Sikyong Dr Lobsang Sangay, the Prime Minister of the Tibetan government-in-exile raised the Indian national flag and congratulated India on its 68th Republic Day anniversary. Greeting the people of India, Sikyong said “India is a role model for the world in ensuring that economic development and democratic rights of the people are maintained on an equal footing.” He thanked the people and government of India for hosting Tibetans.