Indo-Tibetan Friendship Association Elects New Leadership at Annual Meeting

The Indo-Tibetan Friendship Association convened its annual meeting in Dharamshala, where it celebrated the success of the International Himalayan Festival and elected a new executive committee. Key figures, including Mr. Ajit Nahariya as President and Mr. Dinesh Kapoor as Vice President, emphasized their commitment to supporting the Tibetan community. The meeting also featured insights from former leaders and was attended by various dignitaries, highlighting the association's ongoing dedication to cultural and community upliftment. Stay tuned for more updates on their future initiatives.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 27, 2025, 17:13 IST

Annual Meeting Highlights

Dharamshala

The Indo-Tibetan Friendship Association held its annual meeting yesterday at the TSO Hall, where members reflected on the successful execution of the recent International Himalayan Festival and outlined future initiatives for the association.

Formation of New Executive Committee

New Executive Committee Formed

During the meeting, attendees reached a consensus on establishing a new executive committee. The following individuals were elected to key positions:

Mr. Ajit Nahariya – President

Mr. Dinesh Kapoor – Vice President

Mr. Nirmal Kumar – General Secretary

Tibetan Settlement Officer Mr. Kunzhuk will continue as Vice President, and Mr. Namgyal will remain as Office Secretary. This committee will serve a three-year term, with additional roles to be determined in future meetings with members and advisors.

Insights from Former Leaders

Voices of Experience

Former President Mr. Ramswaroop Sharma emphasized the association's dedication to aiding the Tibetan community. Additionally, Mr. Subhash Nahariya addressed several critical issues concerning Tibet.

Commitment to Community Support

Commitment to the Future

Newly elected President Mr. Ajit Nahariya and Vice President Mr. Dinesh Kapoor released a joint statement reaffirming the Indo-Tibetan Friendship Association's commitment to supporting the Tibetan community. They highlighted their dedication to promoting Tibetan language, culture, and community development.

Attendance of Dignitaries

Distinguished Presence

The meeting saw the participation of various dignitaries and community leaders, including Mr. Omkar Nahariya, Mr. Ramswaroop Sharma, Mr. Subhash Nahariya, Tibetan Welfare Officer Mr. Kunzhuk, Youngzom, Mr. Purushottam Nahariya, Mr. Vikas Nahariya, Mr. Shamsher, Mr. Raspal Pathania, Mr. Ashok Pathania, Mr. Suresh Sharma, Mr. Narendra Pathania, Mr. Kuldeep Nahariya, Mr. Madanlal, Ms. Rama Thapa, Mr. Nirmal Kumar, Mr. Akash Nahariya, Mr. Nilesh Saini, Mr. Kul Prakash Sharma, Mr. Sanjeev Nahariya, Mr. Ashok Sharma, Mr. Michael, along with esteemed members of the Tibetan community.