Ladakh, July 15: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Tuesday met His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Ladakh, highlighting India’s civilisational duty to uphold peace, compassion, and religious freedom.
In an emotional message during the meeting, the Dalai Lama expressed deep gratitude for India’s unwavering support since his exile from Tibet in 1959. “Since coming into exile from Tibet in 1959, we have received immense support and assistance from the Government of India. It is thanks to India’s generosity that we have been able to preserve our unique identity, language, and cultural heritage, deeply rooted in the principles of ahimsa (non-violence) and karuna (compassion),” he said.
Describing the Dalai Lama as more than a spiritual leader, Chugh called him “a living embodiment of India’s timeless values.” He added, “His message of compassion, universal brotherhood, and spiritual strength resonates deeply with the soul of India.”
Chugh also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, noting that India continues to fulfil its historic role as a refuge for seekers of truth and justice. Quoting PM Modi, he said, “India is the land of Buddha, and Prime Minister Modi is making every possible effort to protect and preserve the legacy of Bhagwan Buddha, not just for India, but for the world.”
Highlighting Ladakh’s unique place in India’s cultural landscape, Chugh described the region as “a sacred confluence of Buddhist wisdom, Indian civilisation, and national pride.” He stressed that India’s commitment to spiritual freedom and cultural preservation is “not merely a policy, but a civilisational dharma.”
Concluding, Chugh said the meeting was not just a political gesture but a reaffirmation of India’s timeless responsibility to stand by the torchbearers of truth, non-violence, and dharma in a turbulent world.
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