BODH GAYA: On the sidelines of Kalachakra Initiation, Honourable Education Kalon, CTA, Mr Ngodup Tsering attended “The First International Conference on Ka Kha Ga Nga” organised by All India Tibetan College Students’ Organisation at Bodh Gaya on 10th January 2017 as the chief guest.
The scholars from Tibet, Ladakh and Mon in India, Bhutan and Nepal participated in the conference. Kalon Ngodup Tsering spoke on the importance of Tibetan language and explained briefly how CTA is revamping efforts to preserve it. Survival of any language depends chiefly on how it is transferred to and accepted by younger generation, he said. Kalon also expressed deep appreciation for the initiative of the students and implored to continue with their efforts.
The scholars, while recounting state of affairs of Ka Kha Ga Nga in their respective countries expressed need of preserving it through various efforts. The conference hall was packed with Tibetan college students and guests.
The meeting concluded with short speech by the secretary of Himalayan Buddhist Association. The student volunteers were offered scarves and certificates by the chief guest and special guest.
– Report filed by Department of Education –