His Holiness the Dalai Lama commences 34th Kalachakra empowerment teachings at the holy place of Bodh Gaya today. The 34th Kalachakra empowerment by His Holiness the Dalai Lama has begun a day prior to its schedule starting date, i.e., 3rd January 2017 as His Holiness decided to an additional day to the preliminary teachings.