NAMSAI, 8 Oct: A meeting with the advance security liaisoning (ASL) team from the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) and the National Museum, New Delhi, was held here recently in connection with the exposition of the sacred relics of Lord Buddha, scheduled to be at the Golden Pagoda here from 14-20 November.

The meeting was attended by Art & Culture Secretary Mamata Riba, IBC director Yash Saxena, officials from the National Museum, and senior officers and officials of the Namsai district administration.

Detailed discussions were held on various aspects of the forthcoming exposition, including security arrangements, prescribed protocols, inter-agency coordination, visitor management, logistics, and overall preparedness for the smooth, safe and dignified conduct of the sacred event.

The ASL team also interacted with the district administration and the officials concerned to assess the preparedness and review the coordination mechanisms required for the successful conduct of the exposition at the Golden Pagoda.

The meeting emphasised the importance of close coordination among the district administration, the Department of Art & Culture, IBC, National Museum, and other agencies concerned to ensure that all necessary arrangements are put in place well in advance. (DIPR)