Dharamshala, May 23 -- Seventy-five years after the formal annexation of their homeland, exiled Tibetans continue to hold on to the hope of eventually returning, even as China has tightened its grip over the region in recent times.

Navigating the complexities of statelessness, the exiled community has continued to maintain a strong collective identity and evolved a vibrant democratic system. Even after seven decades, facing displacement and loss, those living in exile remain resilient in their struggle.

"For my generation, May 23 is a reminder of a broken contract and a stolen homeland. Even though most of us were born in exile and have only seen Tibet through the memories and stories of our elders, our connection to our roots is unbrea...