Buddha's teaching instrumental for peace, harmony: President Paudel

Kathmandu, May 12: President Ramchandra Paudel has said it is a matter of pride for all Nepalis to have the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the apostle of peace.

Giving a message of best wishes on the occasion of the 2569th Buddha Jayanti today, President Paudel said Buddha's teachings are for social harmony, tolerance and peace. National unity is fostered with such tolerance and mutual harmony, he added.