The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the National Museum, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, and the International Buddhist Confederation, is organizing a sacred exposition of the Holy Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha at Thubchog Gatsel Ling (TGL) Monastery in Bomdila, Arunachal Pradesh. During the first two days of the exposition, 11,969 devotees visited the monastery to offer prayers and seek blessings in the presence of the sacred relics, reflecting deep-rooted faith and spiritual devotion.
The public darshan will continue at TGL Monastery until November 13, 2026, with specific constituency-wise scheduling to facilitate orderly participation. On November 11, devotees from the 5-Kalaktang Assembly Constituency are scheduled; on November 12, from the 6-Buragaon–Thrizino Assembly Constituency; and on November 13, for devotees from other districts, members of the Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces stationed in the district, and those who missed their designated days. Darshan timings are from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on all scheduled days.
Following the Bomdila exposition, the sacred relics will be ceremonially sent to Namsai district on November 14, 2026, where they will be enshrined at the Golden Pagoda for public darshan from November 14 to 20, 2026. The relics will subsequently return to the National Museum, New Delhi, on November 21, 2026.
This initiative reflects the Government of India's commitment to preserving, promoting, and showcasing India's rich Buddhist heritage and civilizational legacy, facilitating devotees' access to sacred Buddhist heritage, and strengthening cultural and spiritual connections.