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The Buddhist community in India, which was once a powerful presence in the spiritual and cultural landscape of the subcontinent, has witnessed a phenomenal resurgence in the new age. The essay discusses the transformation of the Buddhist community in new India, with emphasis on their cultural practice, identity, and social roles. The revival of Buddhism in India has much to do with the works of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and his utopian idea of a social and political transformation among oppressed people, specifically the Dalits. On the basis of a synthesis of literature review, interviews, and field research, this study seeks to provide a glimpse into the cultural habits of the Buddhist group in contemporary India and how these persistently keep evolving in spite of socio-political hardships. The results show that contemporary Buddhist rituals not only follow conventional rituals but also concentrate on social justice, equality, and group identity.