On January 6, 2026, the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) had the honor of presenting traditional Tibetan cultural songs and performances at a special celebration. The event marked two important occasions: the successful completion of the Precious and Profound Nyingma Kama bestowed by His Eminence Kyabje Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche, and the completion of 60 glorious years since the founding of Ogyen Mindrolling Monastery in the noble land of India.
Ogyen Mindrolling Monastery is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, in northern India. At the kind request of Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche, TIPA was invited to perform at this auspicious occasion.
Although the program took place during TIPA’s winter break, the institute accepted this special invitation. Led by Director Dhondup Tsering, a group of 35 members—including instructors, teachers, and artists—traveled to participate. The young artists had the rare opportunity to pay respects at the reliquary of Kyabje Mindrolling Trichen Rinpoche, receive blessings and teachings from His Eminence Kyabje Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche and Her Eminence Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche, and visit the Mindrolling Monastery.
The main celebration was held on the evening of January 6 at 7:00 PM. The chief guests included His Eminence Kyabje Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche, Kyabje Khorchen Rinpoche, and Her Eminence Mindrolling Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche, along with many high lamas, monks, nuns, and more than 3,000 devoted Buddhist practitioners from different regions.
Following welcome remarks by Lama Tenzin Kyab, Joint Secretary of the Mindrolling Organizing Committee, and a brief introduction by the Director of TIPA, the TIPA artists offered traditional Tibetan cultural songs and performances. The audience—including eminent lamas and thousands of practitioners—responded with great joy and warm applause.
For the TIPA artists, it was a great honor to present Tibet’s unique cultural heritage before such distinguished religious leaders and a large gathering of devotees at the beginning of the new year. The occasion was regarded as highly auspicious, symbolizing the overcoming of obstacles through merit and purification.
The Organizing Committee of Ogyen Mindrolling, under the guidance of Joint Secretary Lama Tenzin Kyab, made excellent arrangements for accommodation and meals for all TIPA artists and staff. On behalf of all members, TIPA expressed its heartfelt gratitude and looks forward to similar opportunities in the future.
