Karzey (Kaza), Spiti Valley, HP, India, 9 July 2009 (By Wasfia Nazreen, Phayul.com) - His Holiness the Dalai Lama today blessed the Spiti valley of Himachal Pradesh, reputed for being the Deva-Bhumi or the land of Gods, earlier this morning. The Tibetan leader who turned 74 on Monday inaugurated the new Sakya Tenggyu monastery where he was offered Mandal Tensum and Long life prayers (Tenshug). Also present on the occasion were Honorable Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Prof. Prem Kumar Dhumal and Local MLA Dr. Ramlal Markanda. Local residents of Spiti valley entertained the guests with performance of cultural dances.
H.E. Khangsar Shabdrung Rinpoche, in his opening speech said: 'I take great honor to pay my solemn reverence to the holy lotus feet of the spiritual guidance of fellow sentient beings; the light of the world; the ocean of wisdom; Messiah of the people who are denied of their fundamental rights; Kalayanmitra of fortunate ones who is seeking the path of ultimate happiness; Buddha of present era; Noble laureate; His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso.'