Dalai Lama turns 90, celebrations in Dharamshala amid succession concerns

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UPDATED: Jul 6, 2025 11:24 IST

The Dalai Lama has turned 90, with thousands of devotees attending prayers in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh for his long life. The spiritual leader expressed hope to live for another 30 to 40 years, serving people until he is 130. Dignitaries including actor Richard Gere and Union Ministers are attending the celebrations. The event has brought attention to the issue of succession, with China insisting on approving the next Dalai Lama. The current Dalai Lama's trust is set to choose his successor, potentially leading to diplomatic tensions between India and China if the chosen successor is outside Chinese-controlled territories. This situation could result in two recognized Dalai Lamas - one chosen by the trust and another by Beijing.

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