The Office of His Holiness The Dalai Lama

Photos - His Holiness Arrives in Leh, Ladakh

Members of the local community lining the road to welcome His Holiness the Dalai Lama as he makes his way to his residence Shiwatsel, Leh, Ladakh, India on July 12, 2025.

Shewatsel, Leh, Ladakh, India - Early today, His Holiness the Dalai Lama flew directly from Dharamsala to Leh, Ladakh. On arrival he was welcomed by Ven Thiksey Rinpoché, Ven Thuksey Rinpoché, the CEC of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Tashi Gyalson,the President of the Ladakh Buddhist Association, Dawa Tashi, the President of the Ladakh Gompa Association, Ven Dorjé Stanzin, Representatives of the Muslim and Christian communities

Thank You Message

July 11, 2025

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Thank you for your warm greetings on my 90th birthday. I very much appreciate your kind gesture. The 90th birthday is conventionally considered an important milestone in one’s life. I have dedicated myself to spreading the message of compassion and kindness, which I believe is the basis for peace and happiness in this world, and will continue doing so. As I often tell my friends and well-wishers, I would request you to join me in this effort.

Celebrating His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday and the Year of Compassion

July 6, 2025

Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - the Central Tibetan Administration organized a grand celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, which falls on 6th July according to the Western calendar, and the launch of the Year of Compassion. His Holiness stopped in the gateway to his residence to watch and listen to groups of singers and dancers performing.

90th Birthday Message

July 5, 2025

On the occasion of my 90th birthday, I understand that well-wishers and friends in many places, including Tibetan communities, are gathering for celebrations. I particularly appreciate the fact that many of you are using the occasion to engage in initiatives that highlight the importance of compassion, warm-heartedness, and altruism. I am just a simple Buddhist monk; I don’t normally engage in birthday celebrations. However, since you are organizing events focused on my birthday I wish to share some thoughts.