Northeast Desk, 8th October: The office of the Tibetan spiritual leader, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, announced on Sunday the postponement of his scheduled visit to Sikkim, originally planned from October 16 to 22. The decision to delay the visit is a response to the recent natural calamity in the region, particularly the devastating floods that have occurred.
An official statement from the Dalai Lama’s office cited the ongoing relief efforts in Sikkim and the significant challenges posed by the recent disaster as the primary reasons for the postponement. The statement expressed apologies for any inconvenience caused by the rescheduling of the visit.
The Dalai Lama’s visit to Gangtok and Salugara has been put on hold until further notice. The spiritual leader’s office also extended thoughts and prayers to the people of Sikkim who have been affected by the recent floods.
The postponement reflects a compassionate and considerate approach, taking into account the current situation in Sikkim and the need for focused relief and recovery efforts in the region. The Dalai Lama’s visits often draw large crowds, and rescheduling it will allow the authorities to prioritize disaster response and recovery without any additional logistical challenges associated with a high-profile visit.