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Itanagar: The 42nd Sakya Trizin, Ratna Vajra Rinpoche, arrived in Arunachal Pradesh for a ten-day tour of the Monyul region. His trip runs from November 7 through November 16, 2026. He brings blessings to the hills. On November 11, the spiritual leader will perform the Bhumi Pujan, a traditional ground-blessing ceremony, for a proposed Sakya Gonpa in Lumla.
Local officials and the Monyul Tendhon Cultural Preservation Society arranged the visit. The family of the late Lumla MLA Jambey Tashi also extended the invitation. Lumla MLA Tsering Lhamu greeted the Rinpoche upon his arrival. This project carries deep weight for the late politician's family. Jambey Tashi, who was the brother of Chief Minister Pema Khandu, donated the land for the monastery to create a hub for religious learning and Buddhist practice.
Tsering Lhamu noted the site holds great potential for the region. "She also expressed the hope that the proposed Sakya Gonpa would emerge as an enduring centre of Buddhist wisdom, devotion and cultural preservation in Monyul and Arunachal Pradesh." The Rinpoche plans to spend his time teaching the Dharma and offering empowerments to local followers.
His schedule includes travel to Tawang and other sacred spots throughout the area. He will finish his tour by conferring the Tsewang Long-life Empowerment at Yegachozein. The Rinpoche’s presence marks a push to boost peace and compassion across the state.
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