Marking the 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, Buddhist monks gathered at the Tibetan Monastery in Bodh Gaya to offer special prayers and rituals in his honour.
The atmosphere was filled with reverence as devotees and spiritual leaders paid tribute to the Tibetan spiritual leader’s lifelong message of compassion, peace, and universal brotherhood.
The prayer ceremony included chanting of sacred texts, lighting of butter lamps, and offerings for the long life and well-being of the Dalai Lama. Many followers and visitors joined the monks in the celebration, reflecting on his teachings and humanitarian work across the globe.
Bodh Gaya, revered as the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, holds special significance for Buddhists worldwide. Hosting the event here underscored the spiritual connection between the Dalai Lama’s message and the core values of Buddhism.
Monks also spoke about the Dalai Lama’s contributions to global peace, interfaith harmony, and his tireless efforts to preserve Tibetan culture. The gathering concluded with a call for compassion and nonviolence in line with his teachings.
Celebrations were also reported from various Tibetan settlements and Buddhist monasteries across India and abroad, reaffirming the Dalai Lama’s enduring influence on the global spiritual landscape.
