International Buddhist Confederation (IBC)

The public exposition of the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha at Thubchog Gatsel Ling Monastery (Lower Gompa), Bomdila, has witnessed an overwhelming response, with 3,651 devotees visiting on the third day alone. The cumulative footfall over the first three days has reached 15,620 devotees. Devotees and visitors are encouraged to avail themselves of this rare spiritual opportunity to pay their respects and seek blessings. They are also requested to adhere to the designated schedule to ensure smooth arrangements and a spiritually enriching experience for all. As per the schedule, November 11 will be dedicated to devotees from 5-Kalaktang Assembly Constituency, followed by 6-Buragaon–Thrizino Assembly Constituency on November 12. On November 13, the exposition will be open to devotees from other districts, members of the Armed Forces and CAPFs stationed in the district, as well as those who could not attend on their designated days. The Darshan timings on all scheduled days will be from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The Sacred Relics will be accorded a ceremonial send-off on November 14, 2026, for their onward journey to Namsai District. @PIBCulture @MinOfCultureGoI @IbcWorldOrg @PMOIndia

Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha Draw 11,969 Devotees in Two Days at Bomdila Bomdila, November 10: The public exposition of the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha at Thubchog Gatsel Ling Monastery (Lower Gompa), Bomdila, has witnessed an encouraging response, with 7,894 devotees visiting on the second day alone. The cumulative footfall over the first two days has reached 11,969, reflecting the deep faith and reverence of devotees towards the Sacred Relics. To facilitate the orderly participation of devotees, the public Darshan will continue until November 13, 2026, as per the following constituency-wise and category-wise schedule. Devotees and visitors are encouraged to avail themselves of this rare spiritual opportunity to pay their respects and seek blessings. All are requested to adhere to the designated schedule to ensure smooth arrangements and a spiritually enriching experience for everyone. The constituency-wise schedule is as follows: 11 November, 5-Kalaktang AC; 12 November, 6-Buragaon–Thrizino AC; 13 November, devotees from other districts, members of the Armed Forces and CAPFs stationed in the district, and devotees who could not attend on their designated days. The Darshan timings for all scheduled days will be from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The Sacred Relics will be accorded a ceremonial send-off on 14 November 2026 for their onward journey to Namsai District. @MinOfCultureGoI @PIB_India @PMOIndia @IbcWorldOrg

A moment of profound devotion and spiritual reverence as the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha arrive at GRL Monastery (Upper Gonpa), Bomdila. The holy relics were received with a traditional welcome, soulful monastic performances and sacred prayers and rituals led by the Abbot and senior monks, invoking peace, compassion and blessings for all.

The Holy Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha arrived at Rupa in West Kameng District, where they were accorded a warm and reverential reception by dignitaries, revered monks, officials and the public. The sacred relics were received by Shri Pasang Dorjee Sona, Hon’ble Minister for Education, Tourism, Rural Works Department (RWD) and Public Libraries, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, in the presence of Shri Nakap Nalo, Hon’ble HMLA of 22-Nacho Assembly Constituency, Shri Tseten Chombey, Hon’ble HMLA of 5-Kalaktang Assembly Constituency, Shri Tenzin Nima Glow, Hon’ble HMLA of 6-Thrizino Assembly Constituency, Dr. Dilip Kumar, Deputy Commissioner, West Kameng District, D. W. Thongon, Superintendent of Police, West Kameng, Shri Khemachara Bhikkhu, Deputy Secretary General (DSG) of the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), officials of the Indian Army, revered monks, representatives from the Ministry of Culture, and the IBC, Govt of India, along with several other dignitaries. Following the reception, the sacred relics were taken through designated routes across Rupa Township, where devotees and members of the public gathered in large numbers to pay their respects, offer prayers and seek blessings. @MinofDefIndia @ArunachalCMO @PMOIndia @MinOfCultureGoI