Dharamshala: The Department of Home, CTA, yesterday hosted a farewell lunch at the Department’s Conference Hall in honour of Deputy Commissioner Shri Hemraj Bairwa, in recognition of his service and the cordial relationship he has maintained with the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) and the Tibetan community.
The lunch was attended by Kalon of Finance Tsering Dhondup; Kalon of Education Urgen Tenzin; Kalon of Security Kunga Tashi; Kashag Secretary Tsewang Gyalpo Arya; Jamphel Lhundup, Secretary of the Gaden Phodrang Trust; Amerdeep, Consultant; Kunchok Migmar, TSO, Dharamshala; Tsering Youdon, Acting Secretary; Sonam Sangpo, Additional Secretary; and section heads of the Department of Home.
On the occasion, Kalon Palden Dhondup presented a traditional white ceremonial scarf (Khatag) to Shri Hemraj Bairwa as a gesture of respect, goodwill and best wishes for his future endeavours. The other Kalons also presented traditional white ceremonial scarves to Shri Hemraj Bairwa as a mark of respect and goodwill.
Speaking on behalf of the Tibetan community, Kalon Palden Dhondup expressed heartfelt gratitude to Shri Hemraj Bairwa for his continued support, cooperation and assistance, particularly in addressing land-related issues. He also conveyed his hope for stronger bonds of friendship and mutual respect in the years ahead.
In his remarks, Shri Hemraj Bairwa expressed his sincere appreciation for the farewell lunch and shared his warm feelings about his association and experience of working with the CTA, the Central Tibetan Relief Committee (CTRC) and the Tibetan community. He said that he had been deeply touched by the warmth, kindness and welcoming nature of the Tibetan people. He also expressed his gratitude for the blessings of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
The gathering concluded on a warm note, with both sides expressing their appreciation for the longstanding relationship and extending their best wishes for continued goodwill, friendship and cooperation in the future.
-Report filed by Department of Home, CTA
