Taipei: On 11 June 2025, in observance of the sacred month of Saga Dawa—a spiritually significant period in the Tibetan Buddhist calendar marking the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana (passing) of Lord Buddha—a commemorative event was held at the Taipei City Sports Arena.

The event was jointly organised by the Office of Tibet in Taiwan, Taiwan-based International Tibetan Buddhism Research Association, Taiwan International Tibetan Buddhism Association, the Tibetan Association of Taiwan, and the Centre for Tibetan Buddhist Studies at Xuanzang University. The gathering brought together members of the Tibetan community, local Taiwanese devotees, and representatives from Buddhist organisations to honour the profound teachings of the Buddha and promote spiritual harmony.

The event was graced by the presence of Kyabje Sharpa Choeje Rinpoche, Kundeling Tatsak Rinpoche, Khenchen Konchog Gyaltsen Rinpoche, and Drikung Khenchen Nyima Gyaltsen, along with Geshes, teachers, monks, nuns, and members of the Tibetan community in Taiwan.

During the event, the Representative Kelsang Gyaltsen Bawa of the Office of Tibet in Taiwan addressed the gathering, speaking on the significance of observing Saga Dawa. He also outlined upcoming plans, including preparation for the forthcoming 90th birth anniversary (Ghoton) of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, and encouraged active community participation.

The chief guest, Kyabje Sharpa Choeje Rinpoche, delivered address on the life and teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni. Other distinguished guests, including Kyabje Kundeling Rinpoche, Khenchen Kunchog Gyaltsen Rinpoche, and Khenchen Nyima Gyaltsen Rinpoche, also shared insightful teachings, highlighting the spiritual importance of Saga Dawa.

The morning session concluded with a Cham dance performed by a Nyingma Buddhist centre and festival song by Tibetan singer Lhundup.

In the afternoon, the commemoration continued with a series of activities and sessions, including performance of traditional Tibetan dances and songs, mandala offering, the making of Torma, Tibetan calligraphy writing, and other cultural activities as part of celebrating Tibetan heritages. The day ended with a communal prayer gathering, bringing the event to a close and drawing participation from the public. 

-Report filed by the Office of Tibet, Taiwan