Leh: The public veneration of the sacred relics of Gautama Buddha entered its fourth day at Jivetsal Tuesday, witnessing a massive turnout of devotees from across the region.
According to the Ladakh Buddhist Association Youth Wing, approximately 15,000 people from areas ranging from Stakna to Likir visited Jivetsal to offer prayers and seek blessings. Devotees began arriving early in the morning, forming long queues that continued throughout the day, reflecting deep faith and devotion.
The prayer ceremony for the day was conducted by venerable monks from Shachukul Changthang Monastery, Durbuk Block, under the aegis of the Ladakh Gonpa Association.
This marked the continuation of the 15-day veneration programme, during which monks from 16 major monasteries of Ladakh will offer prayers on a rotational basis each day.
Volunteers from the Ladakh Buddhist Association Youth Wing played a key role in managing the large gathering and provided assistance to elderly and physically challenged devotees.
The programme is being coordinated by the Ladakh Buddhist Association, which has issued a village-wise schedule to ensure participation from all parts of Leh district.
Organisers have stated that all areas will be covered in a phased manner, ensuring equal opportunity for devotees to take part in the veneration.
As per the schedule, tomorrow’s visitation will include residents from Leh Phudo, Gangles to Skara, along with government employees, personnel from the Army and paramilitary forces, and the Ladakh Police.
