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Shewatsel, Leh, Ladakh: Celebrations of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s current visit to Ladakh were held this morning at Sindhu Ghat, the site dedicated to the River Indus. In his welcoming address Tsering Angchok, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) paid homage to Avalokiteshvara, Champion of Peace in the world in the person of His Holiness, to Ganden Tri Rinpoché and to the Lamas, monks and other guests. On behalf of all the people of Ladakh he prayed that His Holiness will come to Ladakh again and again.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama arriving at Sindhu Ghat in Leh, Ladakh, India on 22 August 2025. Photo by Tenzin Choejor.

Festivities began with a song performed by Mipham Otsal celebrating His Holiness’s dedication to non-violence, compassion and harmony and his place as a pillar of Buddhism and peace in the world. A short sketch about His Holiness’s life followed rejoicing at his visits to Ladakh and reiterating the wish that he may come again and again. His Holiness was presented with mementos by Hon’ble CEC Tashi Gyalson, Executive Counc...