Tawang, Oct 1: The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) and National Museum, is set to organise the Exposition of the Sacred Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha at Tawang on 1st November 2026 to 7th November 2026 coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Lhabab Duechen (Abhidharma Divas).

As part of the preparations for the significant spiritual event, an Advance Security Liaison (ASL) team, led by Director, IBC, Colonel (Retd.) Yash Saxena, along with officials from the National Museum, arrived in Tawang today.

The team was received at Ugyen Tsangpo Helipad by In-charge Deputy Commissioner, Tawang, Rinchin Leta, and Chairman, Programme Coordination for Buddha Relics, Tenzin Jorden, accompanied by other officers and officials.

Following their arrival, the ASL team carried out a detailed reconnaissance of the proposed route and the venue where the Sacred Relics will be placed for public exposition, enabling devotees to pay their respects and seek blessings.

The team also inspected the proposed venue for the International Buddhist Conference, scheduled to be held at Tawang from 2nd to 3rd November 2026, which is expected to witness the participation of international delegates and Buddhist representatives.

The visit focused on reviewing logistical arrangements, movement routes, venue preparedness and other requirements to ensure the smooth and coordinated conduct of the upcoming programmes.

As part of the ongoing preparations, the ASL team will hold a coordination meeting with all concerned departments, officers and officials at the Conference Hall, DC Office, Tawang, tomorrow, to discuss and finalise necessary arrangements for the events. (DIPRO)