Dhamma Talk & 135th Birth Anniversary Celebration of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
The Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) warmly invites you to a special spiritual gathering — a monthly Dhamma Talk combined with the 135th Birth Anniversary of BabaSaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and the Birthday Celebration of Venerable Bhante Sumedha.
This event is hosted by the Kunda Bankar & Jagdish Bankar Family and will be held at:
📅 Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026 🕘 Time: 9:30 AM onwards 📍 Venue: Mahabodhi International Buddhist Center 5525 Myers Dr, Garland, TX 75043
About the Event
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This gathering is a session dedicated to self-enlightenment, mindfulness, and community unity. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, ABAT continues its mission of promoting Ambedkar Buddhism, guided by BabaSaheb’s timeless principles: Educate. Agitate. Organize.
Let us come together to honor the legacy of BabaSaheb and celebrate with devotion, gratitude, and compassion.
Dhamma Teaching By
- Venerable Bhante Sumedha
- Venerable Bhante Nyanarakkita
- Venerable Bhante Aggashri
Event Schedule
| Time | Activity |
| 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM | Arrival (Please arrive on time) |
| 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Offering / Trisharan / Panchsheel |
| 11:00 AM – 11:20 AM | Meditation |
| 11:20 AM – 12:00 PM | Food Dana to Monks |
| 11:20 AM – 11:50 AM | Light Snacks for All |
| 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Dhamma Talk |
| 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Lunch — Food for All |
Join US –
We look forward to your presence and participation in this meaningful spiritual event. All are welcome.
🙏 Jai Bhim | Namo Buddhay 🙏
For more about ABAT, visit: www.abatusa.org
With Metta, Kunda Bankar & Jagdish Bankar Family
Glimpse of 135th Birth Anniversary Celebration of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
