DETIAL REPORT OF PROGRAM HELD ON 17 OCT 2025 AT DREPUNG GOMANG
MONASTERY ON EVE OF 90TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS HOLINESS THE
14TH DALAI LAMA
1. It is hereby submitted that a special program was organized on 17th October
2025 at Drepung Gomang Monastery, Mundgod, to commemorate the following two
significant occasions: –
(a) The 90th Birth Anniversary of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama “Year of
Compassionate”
(b) The 18th Anniversary of the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal Award
conferred upon His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on 17th October 2007 at Capitol
Hill, Washington D.C.
2. The event was jointly organized by the Chief Representative Office (CRO),
Bangalore, the Tibetan Settlement Office (TSO), Mundgod, and Drepung Gomang
Monastery.
3. During the celebration the following dignitaries from outside were also invited as
Guest:-
(a) Shri H Hanumanthappa, Secretary, Nijalingapa – Chief Guest
memorial Foundation Trust Bengaluru and former
Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
(b) Dr. Arnav K Anjaria, Prof. Head of Political – Guest Speaker
Science Department, (Shri RR Lalan College, Bhuj
Govt of Gujarat)
(c) Dr Joanna Coelho, Prof, Department of Sociology – Guest Speaker
(Goa University)
4. It is to also intimate that the following Eminence and lay person were also
attended the program:-
(a) His Eminence Gaden Tri Rinpoche (Ganden Tripa)
(b) Abbot of respective monastery of Mundgod
(c) A large gathering of the general public/monks of the settlement5. The event was further enriched by a cultural performance of traditional Tibetan
dance presented by the students of Sambhota Tibetan School, Mundgod. began with an
offering of prayers and ceremonial greetings to mark the auspicious occasion.
6. All the invited guests delivered speeches and presentations highlighting the
following:-
(a) The life, vision, and global contributions of His Holiness the 14th Dalai
Lama.
(b) The struggles, resilience, and achievements of the Tibetan community in
exile.
(c) The importance of unity, education, and cultural preservation among
Tibetan youth and monastic institutions.
(d) The Chief Guest, Shri H. Hanumanthappa, expressed deep admiration for
His Holiness’s commitment to peace, non-violence, and interfaith harmony, and
reaffirmed his solidarity with the Tibetan cause.
7. The guest speakers shared valuable academic and sociopolitical insights on
Tibet’s cultural identity and the global recognition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s
leadership. The event underscored the unity, devotion, and cultural pride of the Tibetan
community, both in exile and worldwide, serving as a thoughtful reflection on the
continuing journey and resilience of Tibetans in exile.
Conclusion
8. The CRO, Bangalore concluded the program with a Vote of Thanks to all
participants, especially the guests, for attending and supporting this wonderful
celebration.
