Darjeeling: Tibetan monasteries under the jurisdiction of Darjeeling Tibetan Settlement Office organised a series of prayer services at their respective monasteries on 12 April 2024 following a sad-full news of Secretary Chime Tseyang of the Department of Religion and Culture’s sudden demise.
The monasteries, namely Druk Sang Ngag Choeling; Samdrub Darjay Choeling; Ogyen Kunsang Choekhor Ling; Zigar Monastery; Sakya Kunga Shedupling Monastery, Kurseong; Sakya Samdup Ling Monastery; and Bokar Monastery, participated in this prayer offering for the quick rebirth of departed Secretary in the realm of conversion of Avalokiteśvara to continue her services towards the Tibetan people.
In addition to the prayer recitals, large number of butter lamps were also offered as part of the ritual.
-Report filed by TSO Darjeeling