Czech President Meets Dalai Lama in Historic Visit to Ladakh
In a groundbreaking event, Czech President Petr Pavel met with the Dalai Lama in Ladakh, marking the first time a sitting head of state has visited India for such a meeting. The Dalai Lama, who arrived in Ladakh for a month-long visit, welcomed President Pavel in Leh. This encounter highlights the growing international interest in the region and its spiritual leaders. Read on to learn more about this historic meeting and its implications.
| Jul 28, 2025, 08:38 IST
Historic Meeting in Ladakh
On Sunday, Czech Republic's President Petr Pavel had a significant meeting with the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, in Ladakh. This marks a historic occasion as it is the first time a sitting head of state has visited India to meet the Dalai Lama.
The Dalai Lama arrived in Ladakh on July 12 for a month-long journey. His office shared the news on the social media platform X, announcing that President Petr Pavel met with the Dalai Lama this morning in Leh, Ladakh.