By Tenzin Chokyi
DHARAMSALA, 30 April: The Department of Information & International Relations of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), in collaboration with Palpung Sherap Ling Monastery, launched a Tibetan calligraphy exhibition at the Tibet Museum to celebrate Tibetan Calligraphy Day, observed annually on 30 April.
Originally initiated by Tibetans inside occupied Tibet in 2017, the day has been celebrated on a larger scale within the exile community since last year, with elaborate exhibitions and competitions. The art of Tibetan handwriting, however, has long been preserved and promoted in exile, particularly at Sherap Ling Monastery under the guidance of Tai Situ Rinpoche, its spiritual head. With a rich history of fostering innovation while safeguarding tradition, the institution continues to play a key role in sustaining this art form.
Reflecting this ongoing commitment to preservation, the exhibition showcas...





