Archive · 1 Jan 2026
Ladakh Preserves Ancient Monasteries, Honors Elderly
The leader of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, visited an old and important monastery called Hemis Monastery and a home for elderly people called Maitri Geriatric Home.
He prayed at the monastery and talked to the monks and elderly people.
He promised to take care of the old buildings and the elderly.
He also wants to bring special Buddhist relics to Ladakh so that people can see them and learn about Buddhism.
He asked the young people to spend time with the elderly and learn from them.
He said the government will make sure the elderly are taken care of and respected.
Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta visited Hemis Monastery and Maitri Geriatric Home to mark the New Year 2026.
He emphasized the preservation of ancient monasteries and the welfare of elderly citizens.
Gupta sought blessings at Hemis Monastery and interacted with monks and devotees.
He announced efforts to bring sacred Buddha Relics to Ladakh for public display.
At Maitri Geriatric Home, he celebrated with elderly residents and appreciated the center's services.
- Who
- Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta, Head Abbot Nawang Jigmet, Secretary Dr. Ishey Namgyal, Ven. Sanghasena
- What
- Preservation of ancient monasteries and welfare of elderly citizens
- When
- New Year 2026
- Where
- Hemis Monastery and Maitri Geriatric Home, Ladakh
- Why
- To ensure conservation of rich heritage, promotion of traditional art and architecture, and safeguarding spiritual institutions for future generations
- Location
- Ladakh, India
- Monastery Visited
- Hemis Monastery
- Geriatric Home Visited
- Maitri Geriatric Home
- Lt Governor
- Kavinder Gupta
- Monastery Founder
- Staktsang Raspa Nawang Gyatso
- Monastery Year Founded
- 1630
- Geriatric Home Capacity
- 40 elderly people
- Proposed Old Age Home Capacity
- 50