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  • Welcome to Nalanda

    Welcome to Nalanda Buddhist Society's website. We hope you enjoy this virtual visit, and stay in touch with our regular updates.

  • A big 'Thank You' for an amazing Family Fun Fair!

    Thank you for being part of this meaningful effort and for making the Family Fun Fair a memorable day for the community.

  • Tipitaka Workshop

    Nalanda Institute Malaysia is pleased to offer this special three-day Tipitaka Workshop, providing participants with a systematic introduction to its history, structure, and practical significance. Register today at https://shorturl.at/u2Xk0. All are welcome.

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  • Commemorating Nalanda's late Spiritual Advisor

    31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. Stay tuned for more updates on dedicated programmes for this occasion.

  • K Sri Dhammananda Memorial Day

    31 August 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the late Ven. K. Sri Dhammananda's passing. We invite you to join us for the special service.

  • Sangha Day

    Join us at Nalanda’s annual ‘Sangha Day’ on Sunday, 22 November to honour the virtues and contributions of the Maha Sangha (monastic order) in preserving and propagating the Buddha’s teachings.

  • Important Notice for Donors

    To facilitate our donors and benefactors in obtaining tax exemption receipts and e-invoices, Nalanda EXCO has shared an important notice at the Support page on Nalanda’s website.

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  • Join us as a volunteer

    Whether you are studying or working, young or retired, if you believe in doing good and giving back to society, we warmly welcome you!

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Regular Programmes at Nalanda

Sunday Services

  • Sunday Morning Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Youth Sunday Service
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Youth Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Monthly Sunday Service
    Selected Sundays, 10am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Dhamma Schools

  • Teenage Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Junior Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Family Dhamma School
    Sundays, 9am – 12pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Family Dhamma School
    Saturdays, 2.30pm – 5.30pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru

Weekly Group Meditation

  • Group Meditation @ Serdang
    Wednesdays, 8.30pm – 10.00pm
    Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang
  • Group Meditation @ JB
    Wednesdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Johor Bahru
  • Group Meditation @ KL
    Thursdays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Kuala Lumpur
  • Group Meditation @ SP
    Fridays, 8.00pm – 10.00pm
    NEO Centre Sungai Petani

Pindacāra (Monks going on Alms-round)

  • Pindacāra @ SK
    1st Saturday, 8.30am
    Bazar Rakyat, Seri Kembangan
  • Pindacāra @ OUG
    3rd Saturday, 8.30 am & 9.30 am
    O.U.G. & Happy Garden markets

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News & Updates

20 August 2026
Posted on 20 August 2026
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Young hearts, serving together

Nalanda Family Fun Fair 2026 was enlivened by the joyful spirit of service from our Nalanda youths and Dhamma School students. Together, they took on various responsibilities, from managing stalls and serving visitors to keeping the grounds clean and supporting recycling efforts.

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20 August 2026
Posted on 20 August 2026
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Nalanda Bulletin Issue No. 75

Nalanda Bulletin Issue No. 75 (August 2026 edition) is now available for collection at Nalanda Centre Sri Serdang, and will be available at our branches in Happy Garden, Johor Bahru and Sungai Petani. We invite you to peruse through the bulletin to rejoice and learn more about the Dhamma programmes in the past months, and upcoming programmes. 

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19 August 2026
Posted on 19 August 2026
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A joyful day of giving and togetherness

The Nalanda Family Fun Fair 2026 concluded on Sunday, 16 August, bringing together thousands of families, friends and well-wishers for a meaningful day of generosity and community spirit. From early morning, volunteers and stall operators were ready to serve, warmly welcoming visitors to enjoy a wide variety of food, beverages and other offerings

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18 August 2026
Posted on 18 August 2026
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A wholesome evening at Maha Karuna Vihara

On Tuesday 11 August, a group of Nalanda members and youths, led by Nalanda Centre Director Sis. Nandini Tan, joined the evening Chanting and Blessing Ceremony at Maha Karuna Vihara, Elmina.  The ceremony was part of nine consecutive days of chanting and blessings held from 8 to 15 August in conjunction with the inauguration of the vihara. Members were grateful for the opportunity to chant together and rejoice in this auspicious milestone. 

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Nalanda Education & Outreach (NEO) Centres

NEO Centre, Kuala Lumpur

524, Jalan Riang 12,
Taman Gembira, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.

NEO Centre, Johor Bahru

30, Jalan Dedap 26, Taman Johor Jaya,
81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

NEO Centre, Sungai Petani

210, Jalan Bandar Mutiara 2/2,
Bandar Mutiara, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah.

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