MIMC pays tribute to Col. Sonam Wangchuk, P. Stobdan
LEH, Apr 26: The staff members, students, grandparents and members of Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC) Devachan Family here today offered prayers in memory of two distinguished sons of Ladakh- Col. Sonam Wangchuk, MVC (Retd) and Ambassador P. Stobdan.
A handout stated that their passing away this month has resulted in a deep loss across Ladakh and the nation.
The prayer ceremony to offer tributes to Col. Sonam Wangchuk and Ambassador P. Stobdan, led by Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena, was held in an atmosphere of reverence, reflection and heartfelt gratitude for the exemplary lives and lasting contributions of the departed.
Col. Sonam Wangchuk, a recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra stood as a symbol of discipline, patriotism and selfless service.
Ambassador P. Stobdan was a respected diplomat, scholar and strategic thinker whose work significantly contributed to India's foreign policy and the understanding of Himalayan geopolitics.
Paying tribute, Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena described them as "two luminous pillars of Ladakh," noting that although their paths were different-one in military service and the other in diplomacy-their shared commitment to the nation and to the welfare of their people united them in purpose.
On this occasion, he announced that two Buddha statues will be dedicated in their honour at the Buddha Park for World Peace, as part of the ongoing installation of 1,000 Buddha statues at the MIMC.
Phonsok Ladakhi attended the prayer ceremony and offered a moving rendition of a Buddhist hymn in memory of the two departed souls.
The ceremony concluded with prayers for the eternal peace to the departed souls.
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