PM Narendra Modi speaks at the 'International Buddha Poornima Diwas Celebrations 2015' at the Talkatora Stadium, Delhi. Quick takes...

-- If we want freedom from war, we have to follow the path of Buddha.

-- Nepal, the country where Lord Buddha was born, is going through a crisis. I pray to God to give its people the strength to face it.

-- It is evident that Buddha's life and message are relevant even in today's world. Imagine the courage and conviction to leave everything, money, power and work towards public good.

-- Everyone knows that 21st century is Asia's century. But without Buddha's teachings, the 21st century would not have been ours.

-- The solution to the problems which people are facing across the world lies in Buddha.