Dharamshala: As per the program of the 18th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile, parliamentarians Ngodup Dorjee and Kunchok Rinchen continued their official visitation in Doeguling Tibetan Settlement in Southern India’s Mundgod.
On 9 August, the two parliamentarians arrived at the main community hall of Doeguling Settlement, where they were warmly received by local residents offering traditional white silk scarves (khataks).
The program commenced with welcome and introductory remarks by Settlement Officer Rinchen Wangmo. In the presence of the Tibetan Local Assembly chairperson and the Settlement Officer, the gathering then heard addresses from the two parliamentarians.
In their speeches, the MPs highlighted the noble accomplishments of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the critical situation inside Tibet, and developments in the international political landscape concerning Tibet. They also briefed the gathering on the resolutions adopted during the first session of the 18th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile.
The parliamentarians further spoke in detail about the six-minute final testament of martyr Lobga Rangzen, who self-immolated on 2 July 2026 in front of the United Nations headquarters in New York City, USA.
Following their addresses, the MPs responded to questions and feedback raised by residents, engaging with members of the community on a range of issues and concerns.
