Their dog Aloka, once a stray rescued by a monk, has become a symbol of resilience and light. It was a normal winter’s day in Charlotte, North Carolina, when the Buddhist monks came to town. His story with Bhikkhu Pannakara began thousands of miles away in India during a previous peace walk. Thevada Buddhist monks greeting fans on their Walk for Peace. “The peace walk exemplifies where we could be….

Source: The Star February 25, 2026 00:12 UTC