In 2025, Elista will host the III International Buddhist Forum, initiated by Russian President Vladimir Putin and dedicated to Buddhist education as a source of knowledge and spiritual growth.
«As part of the preparations for the forum, a Buddhist park will appear in the capital of the republic, which will unite the traditions and schools of Buddhism from all over the world. Each participating country will present its cultural objects: stupas, temples or other symbols of spiritual practice. In this way, we will once again emphasize the importance of the world centers of Buddhism»,
- the head of Kalmykia, Batu Khasikov, reported on his Telegram channel and added that the Forum should become a place where issues essential for the entire Russian society are discussed.