Dalai Lama Revisits Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre in Leh After 32 Years
On August 9, 2026, the 14th Dalai Lama returned to Leh's Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC) after 32 years, revisiting the campus he inaugurated in 1994. His visit included traditional ceremonies, prayer with monks, and circumambulation of the 1,000 Buddha statues symbolizing peace and compassion. MIMC, founded by Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena, continues to promote spirituality, education, and humanitarian efforts, with plans for a Mahakaruna University focused on universal compassion.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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freepressjournal broke this story on 9 Aug, 09:30 am. Other outlets followed.