The Upper Tibetan Children’s Village School in Dharamsala is celebrating its 53rd founding anniversary. His Eminence the Karmapa, Sikyong Lobsang Sangay, also the Education Kalon, and Speaker Penpa Tsering joined the celebrations on the first day. In his address, Sikyong urged students to pursue excellence in studies. The three-day festival includes calisthenics, cultural performances, athletics meet, debates and art exhibitions.