His Eminence founded the monastic seat of Lhodrak Kharchu in 1982. After seeking approval from the Royal Government of Bhutan to build a new monastery, His Eminence established Namse Phodrang Monastery, commonly known as Khandro Sanglam, along with the monks' quarters at the forefront of Chamkhar town in Bumthang, initiating a new Sangha community. His Eminence adhered to the Practice of Rigdzin Gyüpa, the dharma lineage of the previous incarnations.