Prayers for Dalai Lama’s long life unite devotees in McLeodganj

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Visitors from India, abroad highlight spiritual leader’s message of compassion, Tibetan cultural preservation

McLeodganj: Devotees from India and abroad gathered at the Dalai Lama Temple in McLeodganj on Wednesday to pray for the long life and good health of the 14th Dalai Lama and the welfare of all sentient beings.

The prayer ceremony brought together members of the Tibetan community and visitors, who appreciated the traditions and orderly conduct of the gathering.

Happy, a first-time visitor to Dharamshala from Vietnam, said he felt honoured to participate in the ceremony. He wished the Dalai Lama and the monks good health and long lives, adding that the spiritual leader’s continued presence would help people learn self-control and compassion.

Amanda, another visitor from Vietnam, described participation in the prayers as a matter of joy and good fortune. She wished the Dalai Lama a long life so that he could continue working for the welfare of all sentient beings. She also expressed hope for Tibet’s freedom and the preservation of Tibetan culture for future generations.

Valerie, who travelled from France, said the world needed the Dalai Lama’s message of love and compassion. Describing the ceremony as a blessing, she said his work had benefited many people.

The event was organised by Norbulingka and the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA).

Himanshi Gurjar, who travelled from Rajasthan, said she felt peaceful at the temple. She praised Tibetan culture and described local residents as friendly and welcoming.

Priyanshu Gurjar said his family felt privileged to see the Dalai Lama in person. He appreciated the arrangements at the ceremony and said McLeodganj offered a pleasant environment for tourists, with local residents being polite and helpful.