The Dalai Lama is scheduled to travel to New Delhi on Friday for medical treatment related to his left knee, according to a statement from his office. The Tibetan spiritual leader, who has been living in exile in McLeodganj near Dharamsala, will undergo further treatment nearly two years after a knee replacement surgery in the United States. The visit marks another phase in his ongoing post-surgical recovery and medical care under specialist supervision.

Following the treatment in Delhi, the 90-year-old spiritual leader is expected to travel to Ladakh toward the end of June for an extended stay. His office confirmed that the trip will take place after his recovery period, continuing a long-standing tradition of visits to the high-altitude Himalayan region. Ladakh, which shares a border with Tibet, has historically been an important destination for the Dalai Lama’s spiritual engagements and public teachings.

According to aides, the Dalai Lama has maintained a deep connection with Ladakh for more than five decades, frequently visiting the region to interact with followers from various communities. His last visit took place in July 2025. Locals in the region are known to share a strong spiritual bond with him, and his visits typically draw large gatherings across faiths for teachings and blessings.

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The Dalai Lama is also expected to attend a public program in Leh in early July to mark his 91st birthday celebrations. The event is likely to draw widespread participation, as Ladakh continues to remain one of the key regions where his public appearances attract significant devotion. In 2024, he underwent a successful knee procedure in the United States and spent several weeks recovering before returning to India.

Over the years, the Dalai Lama has undertaken multiple international visits for medical care and spiritual outreach. During his previous treatment in New York, he received diplomatic attention, including a meeting with the US Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues, who conveyed greetings from then-President Joe Biden and discussed cultural preservation and human rights concerns related to Tibet.

The Dalai Lama, who fled Tibet in 1959 following a failed uprising against Chinese rule, continues to advocate a “middle-way” approach seeking greater autonomy for Tibet rather than full independence. His activities and international engagements remain closely watched by China, which considers him a separatist figure and has often expressed opposition to his meetings with global leaders and foreign visits.

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