Shimla, July 7 -- Tibetan Buddhist monk Kunga Lama on Monday said the celebration of the Dalai Lama's birthday was not just a festive occasion but a profound expression of identity, unity, and compassion for the Tibetan community.

"As a Tibetan Buddhist, this celebration of the birthday of the Dalai Lama is not only a celebration but also he is the identity of the Tibetan community, Tibetan unity, monks, and leader of the whole culture of peace and compassion," Kunga Lama said.

Lama added that special prayers were being offered for both the Dalai Lama's long life and for those suffering from natural calamities in Himachal Pradesh and other parts of the world. "We are offering prayers here for the long life of the Dalai Lama and also for...