Guru Padmasambhava’s Nyingma Legacy Explored in Arunachal Pradesh

HistoriCity, a cultural‑history series by the Hindustan Times, has dedicated a feature to Guru Padmasambhava and the Nyingma tradition in Arunachal Pradesh. The article traces the arrival of Padmasambhava, the 8th‑century Buddhist master credited with spreading Buddhism across the Himalayan region, and his lasting influence on the state. It outlines how the Nyingma school, the oldest lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, established monasteries and sacred sites that continue to be integral to local religious life. The piece also notes community efforts to preserve these historic monasteries and the associated oral traditions. By focusing on Arunachal Pradesh, the report adds a regional perspective to the broader narrative of Buddhist heritage in India.