The Office of His Holiness The Dalai Lama

Photos - His Holiness's 91st Birthday Celebration

A view of the pavilion at the Shewatsel Teaching Ground during celebrations in honor of His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 91st birthday in Leh, Ladakh, India on July 6, 2026.

I would like to thank you all for your greetings on my 91st birthday. As I mentioned to those gathered here in Leh, Ladakh, India on 6 July, when I look back on my life, I see that the core of my practice has been to be of benefit to others. That is the altruistic motivation with which I wake up every day. Spreading compassion and kindness continues to be my life's primary mission. Such an attitude is essential to making our world a better place for everyone.

Celebrating His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 91st Birthday

July 6, 2026

Shewatsel, Leh, Ladakh, India - Today is the 91st birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama according to the Western calendar, a joyful celebration of which was held at the Shewatsel teaching ground in Leh, Ladakh. As His Holiness drove in a mini-bus from his residence to the teaching platform, the devout, white silk scarves in their hands lined the way. Smiling, he saluted them as he passed.

Condolence Message on the Earthquake in Venezuela

June 27, 2026

I have been deeply saddened by the devastation wrought by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, in which so many precious lives have been lost and many more have been injured. I offer my prayers for those who have perished, and express my heartfelt sympathy and concern to all who have been affected by this tragedy.

Medical Update

June 12, 2026

New Delhi, 12 June - Dr. Rajesh Malhotra, Senior Consultant at Apollo Hospitals, said: “His Holiness the Dalai Lama underwent successful left knee replacement surgery on Monday, 8 June, in New Delhi. “Throughout his treatment, His Holiness’s personal medical team and the Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama remained in close coordination with the administrative and medical staff at Apollo Hospitals.”