The Central Institute of Himalayan Culture Studies (CIHCS), Dahung, in Arunachal Pradesh, entered into two landmark collaborations on Saturday, aimed at strengthening holistic education and advancing technology-driven cultural preservation.

The first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Flowering Dharma, Ladakh, and CIHCS to promote the integration of Social, Emotional, and Ethical (SEE) Learning. The SEE framework, developed with global academic input, emphasizes nurturing happiness, compassion, and wisdom in education aligning with the institute’s mission of value-based learning.

The second MoU focused on language preservation and digital innovation. It was signed between the Centre for Study and Practice of Theravada (SPT), Athens, Greece, and CIHCS, in collaboration with Paliverse (AI). The project will develop tools for Bhoti (Tibetan) and Hindi, using artificial intelligence to support language preservation, cultural exchange, and accessibility for future generations.

Chief Minister Pema Khandu, who attended the event, congratulated CIHCS for what he described as “meaningful collaborations” that reflect the institute’s visionary role in shaping well-rounded education. He also reviewed the master plan of CIHCS, which envisions facilities to accommodate 1,500 students, both boys and girls as part of its long-term expansion.

The CIHCS, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, has been a hub for Himalayan studies, Buddhist philosophy, and cultural preservation since its establishment in 2003.