Delivered the valedictory address in a tow day national conference on the “Implications of the Political Turmoil in Bangladesh” organised by MAKAIAS and Antarashtriya Sahyog Parishad (ARSP) in New Delhi. An array of experts and speakers shared their views over two days. I began by discussing PM Shri Narendra Modi’s …

From Jana Sangh in 1951 to BJP in 2025, from Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee to Narendra Modi – an uninterrupted political movement unprecedented in the annals of independent India… From Chief Minister Narendra Modi’s Gujarat Model to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s #ViksitBharat Model and vision – good governance has been …

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s decision to confer the status of classical language on #Pali, his revival and inauguration of Nalanda University, the 2025 Union Budget’s special allocation for developing the places associated with the life and times of Lord #Buddha are historic decisions and efforts in the history of …

Shri D.R.Thapa, former MLA, senior advocate and BJP State president of Sikkim, is a deeply committed, pragmatic and grassroots leader focused on taking PM Shri Narendra Modi’s message of development and #ViksitBharat to the grassroots. In a strategically crucial, environmentally sensitive & culturally unique Himalayan state like Sikkim his understanding …

In Gangtok, an engaging programme on #OneNationOneElection – President of the Sikkim Press Club and senior journalist Shri Bhim Rawat, senior advocate, former MLA and Sikkim BJP state president Shri D.R. Thapa, eminent members from civil society, students and faculty from Sikkim University, Sikkim Govt Law College, elected representatives, legal …

Reached Gangtok to be warmly welcomed by our senior karyakartas, coordinators and Councillor. Had an engaging discussion. Looking forward to addressing a distinguished gathering tomorrow on #OneNationOneElection

PM Shri Narendra Modi in an appeal to young NCC cadets, said “One Nation, One Election is not just a legal reform; it is a movement for a new India. Young minds like you must engage in this discussion, as you are the future leaders who will shape India’s democracy…” …

Glimpses: of a very fruitful and enriching visit to Bhutan- the land of Gross National Happiness & Mindfullness: ancient hoary monasteries, nunneries, some as old as 7th century, prayer sessions, Acharya Padmasambhava & Acharya Atisa Dipamkara, delectable monastery breakfast served with great affection, archives, libraries, ancient manuscripts, cloud enveloped War …

Was delighted to present a set of books for the Royal National Library & Archives of Bhutan in Thimphu. We were impressed to see the archival collection and the library. We found it interesting to see how Bhutan was preserving its culture and heritage, especially the history of its printing …

A special day well spent – discovering a new clime and culture

Reached Jaigaon, Alipurduar, the last town in India on the West Bengal side of the border with Bhutan, called on Venerable Khen Rinpoche Sangay Lodoe, Chief Priest & President, All India Mahayana Buddhist Mhanipa Sangh. Widely known and respected, Khen Rinpoche expressed his deep appreciation and lauded PM Modi’s efforts …

At the Kalachakra Buddh Vihara, Salugara, Siliguri, a discussion on “Pali: India’s Classical Language & Bhagavan Buddha’s Legacy” SPMRF in association with the Himalayan Buddhist Cultural Association… Several speakers – scholars and Bhikkhu’s alike from across north Bengal and Dooars, lauded PM Shri Narendra Modi’s decision to confer the status …

“Indian missionaries, without the European sword or a book of dogma in their hands, sallies forth over mountainous crags, over tortuous streams, through deserts and snowy peaks, over long distances, occupying not days but months and years and reached the far-off ends of the world, landed among foreign peoples, learnt …

Was delighted to deliver the valedictory address at Maharaja Sayajirao University, Baroda on the conclusion of a two day national seminar on “Ideas of India’s Eminent Educational Thinkers and Transformative Education Through NEP-2020.” An intense and richly curated seminar covering a host of iconic thought-leaders put together by Central University …