{"id":8392,"date":"2025-01-24T11:29:01","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T11:29:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/?p=8392"},"modified":"2025-03-29T11:52:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-29T06:22:29","slug":"inauguration-ceremony-of-bir-tibetan-settlement-guest-house-and-shops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/index.php\/2025\/01\/24\/inauguration-ceremony-of-bir-tibetan-settlement-guest-house-and-shops\/","title":{"rendered":"Inauguration Ceremony of Bir Tibetan Settlement Guest House and Shops"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-us_1000_500 wp-image-8381 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-667x500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-267x200.jpg 267w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-scaled.jpg 500w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-100x75.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" \/>Bir, January 23, 2025<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2013 The Bir Tibetan Society inaugurated a new guest house and commercial shops today, marking a significant milestone in the community\u2019s self-reliance initiative. Mr. Palden Dhondup, Secretary of the Department of Home, officially opened the facilities by cutting the ribbon, symbolizing an important step towards economic empowerment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The event commenced with traditional prayers led by the Dirru Monastery monks, seeking blessings for the project&#8217;s success and prosperity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the inauguration, Secretary Palden Dhondup addressed the gathering on the importance of this project. He emphasized that this initiative provides economic opportunities, supports the local Tibetan community, and ensures financial sustainability for the Settlement Office\u2019s operational expenses. He highlighted that the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) has been supporting similar self-reliance projects in settlements such as Delhi, Hunsur, Dharamsala, and Mundgod over the past few years. He further assured that the CTA remains committed to the welfare of Tibetan settlements until they achieve complete self-sufficiency.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In his address, he also underscored the importance of expressing gratitude to His Holiness and the elder generation, acknowledging that the progress achieved today is due to their dedication and efforts. Additionally, he urged the younger generation to uphold the virtuous character of Tibetan culture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">He expressed appreciation for the project implementation partners for their dedication and hard work in ensuring the successful completion of the project. The guest house and shops represent a strategic investment in local infrastructure, demonstrating the community&#8217;s commitment to sustainable development and economic independence.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The ceremony was attended by key government officials, including Ms. Tashi Dickey, Additional Secretary of the Department of Home, Settlement officers Karma Namgyal . BTS Tsoktso, TSO Chuntra and Bir dege and community leaders.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:13,&quot;335551620&quot;:13}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-slider style_none fit_scaledown nav_none count_9\"><div class=\"w-slider-h\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"royalSlider\"><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1024x768.jpg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1024x768.jpeg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-2670-1024x768.jpeg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-3-1024x768.jpg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-3-1024x768.jpeg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-2-1024x768.jpg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-2-1024x768.jpeg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"1024\" data-rsh=\"768\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-1024x768.jpg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"rsContent\"><a class=\"rsImg\" data-rsw=\"768\" data-rsh=\"1024\" href=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1-768x1024.jpeg\"><span data-alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/centraltibetanreliefcommittee.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Home-Media-Image-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt loading=\"lazy\"><\/div><div class=\"w-slider-json\" onclick='return {&quot;autoScaleSlider&quot;:true,&quot;addActiveClass&quot;:true,&quot;loop&quot;:true,&quot;fadeInLoadedSlide&quot;:false,&quot;slidesSpacing&quot;:0,&quot;imageScalePadding&quot;:0,&quot;numImagesToPreload&quot;:2,&quot;arrowsNav&quot;:true,&quot;arrowsNavAutoHide&quot;:false,&quot;transitionType&quot;:&quot;move&quot;,&quot;transitionSpeed&quot;:250,&quot;block&quot;:{&quot;moveEffect&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;speed&quot;:300},&quot;thumbs&quot;:{&quot;fitInViewport&quot;:false,&quot;firstMargin&quot;:false,&quot;spacing&quot;:4},&quot;controlNavigation&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;autoScaleSliderWidth&quot;:1024,&quot;autoScaleSliderHeight&quot;:768}'><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Bir, January 23, 2025 \u2013 The Bir Tibetan Society inaugurated a new guest house and commercial shops today, marking a significant milestone in the community\u2019s self-reliance initiative. 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