The traditional handing and taking over ceremony of the Disciplinarian chair, by the previous to the new elected, was held during the Gaden Ngamchoe, Lama Tsong Khapa Day, 25th day of 10th Tibetan Lunar Calendar month, 14th December 2025. The outgoing disciplinarian handed over the charge to his successor, Lharam Geshe Tsering Dhondup, before the presence of the monastery’s administrator, council members, representatives of Khangtsens and departments. Earlier in the morning, a customary ceremony was also held at the prayer assembly of Sera Thekchenling Lachi Monastery earlier in the morning.