Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel Addresses 11th General Body Meeting of Ngari Chithun Association

Dharamshala, 20 June 2025: The Ngari Chithun Association convened its 11th General Body Meeting at the Dharamshala Tibetan Settlement Office Hall. The four-day meeting, scheduled from 20 to 23 June, was inaugurated in the presence of several distinguished guests including Kyabje Kirti Rinpoche, Chief Guest Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel, Dharamshala Settlement Officer Kunchok Migmar, as well as heads of various Tibetan NGOs. Also, in attendance were the President and Executive Members of the Central Ngari Chithun Association and representatives from its regional chapters.

In his keynote address, Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel emphasised the significance of understanding the fundamental situation of Tibet and the responsibility that lies with every Tibetan, particularly in the exile community. He acknowledged the remarkable journey of the Tibetan people in exile for over 66 years and highlighted the pivotal role played by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama in gaining international recognition for Tibet and preserving Tibetan religion, culture, language, and history. He noted that through the teachings and tireless efforts of His Holiness, Tibetan identity ha...