His Holiness the Dalai Lama reached Ladakh, with thousands of devotees welcoming him for his 19-day visit. The Tibetan community and other Buddhist groups in Ladakh look forward to the celebration of His Holiness’s birthday on Saturday at Shiwatsel Phodrang. He is scheduled to give several teachings, and participate in the Yarcho Chenmo, the annual Summer Buddhist Council of philosophical debate and discussion.