Voices Of Resistance: Phuntsokling Marks 67th Tibetan Uprising Day

Commemoration At Phuntsokling
Phuntsokling, established in 1963 and home to around 1,267 Tibetan refugees, marked the day with the singing of the national anthems of Tibet and India. The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) and Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile (TPiE) delivered speeches paying tribute to those who gave their lives during the uprising in Lhasa.

Community Participation
The Regional Tibetan Women’s Association and the Regional Tibetan Youth Congress organized a peaceful solidarity march from the settlement office to Chandragiri market. Residents joined in prayers and cultural programs, reinforcing the settlement’s identity as “The Land of Happiness and Plenty.”

Global Context
The Tibetan National Uprising Day was observed worldwide, with protests and commemorations in Delhi, Dharamshala, and international capitals. The CTA emphasized themes of resilience, remembrance, and the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the Sino-Tibetan conflict.

Key Highlights

• Phuntsokling settlement in Odisha observed the 67th Tibetan National Uprising Day
• Event included national anthems, prayers, and speeches by CTA and TPiE
• Regional Tibetan groups organized a solidarity march to Chandragiri market
• Global commemorations highlighted human rights and peaceful resolution calls
• Settlement established in 1963, home to over 1,200 Tibetans

Sources: The New Indian Express, Odisha Bytes, The Print