Shivakumar at Buddhist Conference, Ambedkar Stadium

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar attended the International Buddhist Conference held at Ambedkar Stadium in Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, on 25 October 2026. (Photo: NationPress)

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was present at the International Buddhist Conference convened at Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026, spotlighting the state's engagement with Buddhist heritage. (Photo: NationPress)

The International Buddhist Conference was hosted at Ambedkar Stadium in Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, on 25 October 2026, with Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar among the dignitaries in attendance. (Photo: NationPress)

Centred on themes of equality and the teachings of Lord Buddha, the International Buddhist Conference in Chamarajanagar on 25 October 2026 saw Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar participate as a key state representative. (Photo: NationPress)

The conference at Ambedkar Stadium, named after Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, brought together Buddhist leaders and state dignitaries including Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar in Chamarajanagar on 25 October 2026. (Photo: NationPress)

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar delivered an address at the International Buddhist Conference held at Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026, speaking to assembled delegates on Buddhist principles. (Photo: NationPress)

At the International Buddhist Conference in Chamarajanagar on 25 October 2026, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar addressed delegates at Ambedkar Stadium, underlining the relevance of Buddhist thought to contemporary society. (Photo: NationPress)

Buddhist delegates from multiple nations gathered at Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, Karnataka, on 25 October 2026, for the International Buddhist Conference, attended by Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. (Photo: NationPress)

The International Buddhist Conference at Chamarajanagar on 25 October 2026 centred on the teachings of Lord Buddha and the vision of social equality espoused by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar in attendance. (Photo: NationPress)

Themes of equality and compassion rooted in Buddhist philosophy dominated proceedings at the International Buddhist Conference, Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026, attended by Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar. (Photo: NationPress)

At an event held in the spirit of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's legacy, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar participated in the International Buddhist Conference at Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026. (Photo: NationPress)

The International Buddhist Conference at Ambedkar Stadium in Chamarajanagar on 25 October 2026 drew Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, reflecting the state government's support for Buddhist discourse and heritage. (Photo: NationPress)

The hosting of the International Buddhist Conference at Ambedkar Stadium placed Chamarajanagar district in the national spotlight on 25 October 2026, with Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar attending the landmark event. (Photo: NationPress)

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was accompanied by Karnataka Minister K.H. Muniyappa at the International Buddhist Conference, Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026. (Photo: NationPress)

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar attended the International Buddhist Conference at Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026, accompanied by ministers K.H. Muniyappa, P.M. Narendraswamy and C. Puttarangashetty. (Photo: NationPress)

Alongside Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka ministers K.H. Muniyappa, P.M. Narendraswamy and C. Puttarangashetty were present at the International Buddhist Conference, Ambedkar Stadium, Chamarajanagar, on 25 October 2026. (Photo: NationPress)