India has rebuilt Chhyoiphel Kundeling Monastery in Nepal.

Shyalpa Tenzin Rinpoche inaugurated newly reconstructed Monastery at Lisankhu village in Sindhupalchok district on Friday.

Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of India Dr. Ajay Kumar was also present on the occasion.

The Monastery has been reconstructed with Government of India grant of 18.9 million Nepalese rupees.

The project also included building additional infrastructure such as residences, kitchen, sanitation facilities and compound wall.

The Chhyoiphel Kundeling Monastery was established in 1946 with the active initiation and contribution of Lisankhu villagers.

It has been carrying out various socio-cultural activities like teaching Buddhism, Thangka painting, wood carving and sculpting etc.

Apart from being an important heritage building, the monastery is also an integral part of the social and cultural life of people in the area.