Dharamshala, Dec. 4 -- In a significant political development ahead of the 2026 Chitue (Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile) elections, three candidates, two representing the U-Tsang constituency and one from Dotoe, formally declared their candidacy at the Tibetan Settlement Welfare Hall in Dharamshala on Wednesday.

All three emphasised the urgent need to rejuvenate Tibetan democracy and strengthen efforts against China's escalating repression in Tibet, as reported by Phayul.

According to Phayul, the candidates Tsering Tharchin, Sonam Tobgyal, and Gyaltsen Chokyi outlined their visions for a more accountable and engaged Tibetan political culture. Independent researcher Tsering Tharchin said his campaign seeks to restore open public discourse an...