Arunachal Pradesh: Monks and civil groups celebrated the Dalai Lama receiving the Grammy Award.
ITANAGAR: The Itanagar Buddhist Cultural Society (IBCS), Thupten Gatseling Monastery, and the Himalayan Security Forum Arunachal Pradesh jointly celebrated the Grammy Award received by the 14th Dalai Lama here on Thursday, symbolizing global recognition of his message of compassion, peace, and universal harmony.
The event featured prayers, discussions, and tributes, and was attended by former MP and National Convener of the Core Group for Tibetan Cause-India, R.K. Khrimey; Chairman of the Himalayan Security Forum and Chairman of the State Food Commission, Tarh Tarak; President of IBCS, Dr. Lekhi Wangchuk; General Secretary of HSM Arunachal Pradesh, Nima Sangey; former ministers Anok Wangsa and Tanyang Tatak; Lama Rinchen Norbu; other senior lamas; and members of IBCS and HSM.
Addressing the gathering, Tarak termed the occasion historic, noting that the Dalai Lama received the Grammy Award for Best Audiobook Narrator for “Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Great Dalai Lama.”
He said this honor is more than a personal achievement; it is a global acknowledgment of a voice that speaks for humanity and constantly reminds the world that peace begins within the human heart.
He further added that while Grammy Awards are traditionally associated with music and entertainment, recognizing spiritual wisdom as an art form underscores the enduring relevance of mindfulness, compassion, and inner awakening in the modern, materialistic world.
Khrimey stated that the Dalai Lama has received 151 international awards from various countries and global organizations, reflecting the universal respect for his life and teachings.
He thanked the organizers and participants for making the celebration meaningful and highlighted the deep historical and cultural ties between India and Tibet, describing them as an enduring bridge of spiritual harmony in Asia. Khrime reiterated that Tibetan refugees are honored guests of the Indian government and enjoy a special status based on respect and goodwill.
He also spoke about the upcoming International Tibet Support Group Conference in Dharamshala, the observance of Tibetan Uprising Day on March 10, and a grand Tenshuk (long-life prayer) ceremony to be held in Dharamshala on March 11 to mark the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday. Acknowledging the role of the Himalayan Security Forum Arunachal Pradesh and its allied units in supporting the Tibetan movement, Khrime emphasized that the Dalai Lama should be awarded India’s highest civilian honor in recognition of his unparalleled contributions to peace and humanity.
The program concluded with prayers for the Dalai Lama’s long life and a collective pledge to uphold his teachings of compassion, universal love, and harmony.
