TAWANG, Sep 2: A coordination meeting regarding the sacred relics exposition (Holy Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha), scheduled to be held in Tawang from October 31 to November 7 next, was held at the DC’s conference hall here last afternoon, with Tawang Deputy Commissioner Namgyal Angmo in the chair.
Speaking at the meeting, the DC emphasized that the sacred relics exposition will be an event of immense spiritual and public importance and is expected to draw a large gathering of devotees. She called for wholehearted cooperation and collective responsibility from every department, institution, organization and individual for its successful conduct.
The DC stressed that an event of such magnitude cannot be managed by the efforts of only a few departments and therefore requires coordinated participation from all stakeholders. She particularly emphasized cleanliness and proper waste management, urging everyone to make cleanliness a regular practice and to raise the subject consistently at every public and institutional forum.
She informed that the next coordination meeting will be held with delegates and technical experts concerned with the sacred relics, during which detailed discussions will be undertaken on the technical aspects, logistics, security, crowd management, infrastructure and other minute requirements for the exposition.
Briefing the house, Director DoKAA Thupten Kalden highlighted the significance of the sacred relics and reviewed the previous exposition held in Tawang in 2013.
Addressing the meeting, Vice Chairperson DoKAA Sange Chodup described the exposition as a rare and blessed opportunity, particularly as it coincides with the auspicious occasion of Lhabab Düchen. He observed that the event goes beyond religious significance, as the teachings of Lord Buddha, given more than 2,500 years ago, continue to remain deeply relevant to humanity and offer a universal message of peace, compassion and coexistence.
He stressed the need to utilise various media platforms, including the Department of Information and Public Relations and Akashvani, to ensure that information regarding the programme, Darshan timings and related arrangements reaches devotees well in advance.
He also referred to the development of the Buddhist Circuit and described the forthcoming exposition as a blessed opportunity for the people of Tawang and devotees from across the region.
ZPC Tawang Leki Gombu called upon PRI members to ensure that information, including the detailed programme and Darshan timings, reaches every village. He also requested the Border Roads Organisation to facilitate its workers in availing the opportunity for Darshan.
The meeting was attended by Tawang Superintendent of Police Tasi Darang; ADCs - Rinchin Leta (Tawang), Hakraso Kri (Jang), and Tashi Dhondup (Lungla); ZPMs Tenzin Monpa (Kyidphel), Sonam Nordzin (Tawang), and Pema Tsering (Mukto); representatives of monasteries and nunneries, Tawang Brigade, HoOs and other stakeholders. (DIPRO)