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INDIA STOP TIBETANS FROM MARCHING TO LHASA
New Delhi, May 19 (DPA) - More than 300 Tibetans who were stopped from marching to Lhasa on India’s border with China’s Tibetan Autonomous Region have resorted to camping in the area, a news agency reported Monday. The group of Tibetans, which was marching to Lhasa to protest against China’s alleged atrocities in Tibet and to demand Tibetan independence, were stopped by Indian authorities in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand state, the Press Trust of India reported.The Tibetan marchers, mostly monks, were camping in the Seraghat area in the district that lies more than 400 kilometres north-east of Indian capital New Delhi.“We have requested the marchers to turn back from here and we are committed not to let them go ahead for their own security reasons but instead they have been camping in the Seraghat for the last three days,†District Magistrate, D Santhil Pandian told the PTI.Meanwhile, local police officials said that the Tibetans could be shifted to another area shortly.The report said that about 500 security personnel from the police and the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) were deployed at the camping site.The Tibetan group began their journey on March 10 from Dharamsala, the seat of their spiritual leader, Dalai Lama, to coincide with the Tibetan Uprising Day.“The march is aimed at drawing the attention of the world to China’s repressive regime in Tibet,†B Tsering, one of the organizers of the march, said earlier.More than 100,000 Tibetan refugees live in India along with the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile.The Indian government has said that it would not stop the peaceful demonstrations by Tibetans but it cannot allow the refugees in India to cross borders without the required documents.
Dharamsala mourns for Chinese and Tibetan victims; denounces China’s double-standard treatment
By Phurbu ThinleyCentral Tibetan Administration instructs all Tibetans to put off all protests in front of PRC Embassies until May end.Dharamsala, May 19: Under the aegis of the Tibetan Solidarity Committee, its regional Dharamsala committee today organized a mass prayer at the Main Tibetan Temple (Tsuglagkhang) for the victims of last week’s earthquake in China’s South Western Sichuan province and Tibetan victims of the Chinese government’s violent crackdown since March this year. The special prayer was led by monks of the Namgyal Monastery.His Holiness the Dalai Lama and other spiritual heads of different schools of Tibetan Buddhism and the traditional Bon religion during a special prayer congregation for Tibetan victims of China’s crackdown at the Tsuglagkhang (main temple), Dharamshala, India, May 3, 2008. (File Photo by Tenzin Choejor / OHHDL)
The latest report by China’s central state news agency says more than 32,000 people have been confirmed dead following a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked several areas in Sichuan Province in the afternoon of May 12. The report also said the death toll was expected to climb up higher in the following days. There are other reports that speculate that the final death toll will surpass the government estimate of 50-thousand.“Central Tibetan Administration and all Tibetan people in exile convey their heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of Sichuan earthquake and stands in solidarity with the Chinese people in this hour of grief and sadness,†Speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-exile Mr Karma Choephel said at the prayer meet this morning.The devastating earthquake proved disastrous for China at a time when it was struggling to contain growing unrest in Tibet before the 2008 Olympics begins in Beijing in few months.Protests against Chinese rule in Tibet broke out in the capital Lhasa on March 10 and subsequently spread to other vast Tibetans areas outside the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR). Chinese government responded swiftly with violent crackdown deploying thousands of military troops and tanks.Tibetan Government-in-Exile, based in Dharamsala, says as many as 203 Tibetans have been killed and about 1,000 injured in the Chinese crackdown. It also says several more being arrested and held under detention “continue to suffer daily hardships and torture at the hands of the Chinese authoritiesâ€.Tibetans have been offering occasional mass prayers and candle light vigils for the victims of two distinctively separate tragedies. They, however, point out that the Chinese government’s policy of dealing with the two situations has been fundamentally discriminative and called on China to immediately stop all repressive measures in Tibet.“People's Republic of China's policy dealings with the recent two incidents of widespread Tibetan protests and the devastating earthquake in neighbouring Sichuan province is fundamentally distinct,†says the statement released by the Solidarity committee on May 17.“…it is also imperative that the Government of People's Republic of China immediately halt all repressive measures in Tibet respecting the lives and sentiments of the Tibetan people and adopt a realistic approach by recognizing and reviewing the past mistakes of its policies on Tibet,†the statement said.The statement pointed out that while the “catastrophic earthquake†in Sichuan “drew immediate attention of the highest echelons of the Communist Party government with both Premier Wen Jiabao and President Hu Jintao visiting the affected areasâ€, it said “On the contrary, in Tibet, hundreds of Tibetans have lost their lives as a result of the government crackdown on Tibetan protestersâ€.The statement also criticizes the Chinese Government’s arbitrary handling of the media coverage of the two tragedies.“The information about the quake was disseminated without any government restriction and, foreign journalists and reporters were allowed to report freely from the quake affected areas, showing great openness,†it said. “Whereas in Tibetâ€, during the protests, “it was only the state-sponsored Chinese media that one-sidedly reported about the incidents,†committee’s statement pointed out.The largely hit areas by the May 12 quake include Tibetan-inhabited Lungu county (Ch: Wen Chuang), Tashi Ling county (Ch: Lixian), Sungchu county (Ch: Song Pan), Trochu county (Ch: Xiao Jing) and Maowen county (Ch: Mao Wen) under Ngaba (Ch: Aba) Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (TAP) in Sichuan Province.Mr Karma Choephel said the committee was facing difficulty to ascertain if there were any Tibetan victims of earthquake and the exact scale of its destruction.Saying there is “reason to doubt whether PRC has effectively carried out relief efforts without leaving out Tibetans†Speaker Karma Choephel said, “In this hour of tragedy, we hope and appeal to the Central Government of the People's Republic of China to deliver timely rescue and relief to all the affected areas, without any distinction of people and place.â€He said the “Special prayers†were being held “in memory of those killed and injured†in the deadly quake “irrespective of Chinese and Tibetans, if any, victimsâ€. “We are not against Chinese people†he said adding “they have also been constant victims of Chinese Communist Government’s wrong and oppressive policiesâ€.Mr Choephel said the Tibetans Solidarity Committee, in a show of solidarity with Chinese people, had also “instructed all Tibetans to put off all protests in front of PRC Embassies until May endâ€.Mr Choephel said the prayers would also embrace other victims of disasters, including the victims of Cyclone Nargis that struck in Myanmar on May 3 leaving death toll of over 100,000 and the bomb blasts in the Indian city of Jaipur that claimed 70 lives.
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DAY 20 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The march departed from Dera Bassi at 6:00am, in order to take advantage of the cooler temperature in the morning, and covered 19 kilometers. The marchers spent the night at Kakru in a Hindu Ashram where the Pandit Ji (caretaker of the Ashram) welcomed them with open arms and graciously took care of their needs.
Shortly after arriving at the Ashram, Mr. Tsultrim Tenzin, Member of Tibetan Parliament, paid a visit to the marchers and gave a motivational speech.
Two doctors, Lobsang Yeshi and Tashi Dorji, and two nurses, Karma Dolma and Tsering Yangzom, volunteered to join the march today. The marchers and Organizing Committee are very thankful for their services.
Close to mid-night, six monks from Sera Monastery arrived at the Ashram to join the march. The other marchers and the Organizing Committee are very pleased to welcome them.
DAY 25 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
At 6am in the midst of a light sprinkle, the marchers left Gharaunda and walked to Panipat Gajabor. Because the intended campsite for the night was outside, the Scouting Team decided that the marchers should only walk 8 kilometers and stay at the local branch of the Men-Tse-Khang, the Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute. Popular medicinal Tibetan incense is made at this particular Men-Tse-Khang branch.
The marchers had the remainder of the day to rest.
DAY 30 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The Marchers left Chowanjoshi at 6:00am and walked 25 kilometers. They are staying at the Hargovind Singh Gurdwara for the night and are only 19 kilometers away from Majnu ka Tilla, the Tibetan colony in Delhi.
Hargovind Gurdwara has a large pool of holy water in which Sikhs take a dip in order to cleanse their sins. Mr. Dilbagh Singh, Incharge of the Gurdwara, gave all the marchers permission to take a dip in the holy pool. All the monks really appreciated this kind gesture. It was truly inspiring to see Tibetan Buddhist monks taking a dip in Sikh holy water.
DAY 35 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
After participating in the three days of protests organized by the Tibetan Solidarity Committee, the marchers were given a day to rest.
DAY 40 UPDATE FROM THE NARCH
The marchers made their way to the Rajghat Gandhi Samadhi where they prayed and paid tribute to Gandhi Ji prior to the Press Conference. Presidents of the organizing NGOs arranged the press conference to address the future of the March to Tibet. At its conclusion, the marchers returned to the Gurdwara where they rested before continuing the March to Tibet.DAY 45 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
Leaving at 7am, the marchers quickly covered the 15 km from Chopla to Simbhali to reach their campsite at 11:30am.Leaving at 7am, the marchers quickly covered the 15 km from Chopla to Simbhali to reach their campsite at 11:30am.
The media team stayed at the campsite to work in the home of the Chaudary family who provided a delicious lunch. When the power went out, Dr. Kala Saraswat took the media team to their home so they could continue to work there.
DAY 46 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left Simbhali campsite at 8am and walked 10 km to Bridge Ghat near the Holy Ganges River. They reached Ashram where they were to spend the night by 11:30am and spent the rest of the day.
An unfortunate incident happened at the Ashram when a local monkey fancied the mobile phone used to do the live Comvu webcast. The mischievous monkey chewed it into several pieces making it impossible to do any live webcasts for a few days until the mobile is fixed. The Communications Team apologises for any inconvenience.
DAY 47 UPDATE-MARCHERS CELEBRATE PANHEN LAMA'S BIRTHDAY
To celebrate the Panchen Lama’s 19th birthday, the marchers rested in an ashram in Bridge Gat near the Holy Ganges River. The day began with a khata ceremony and a birthday cake for the Panchen Lama (sponsored by Ashang Lhakpa Tsering from the Organizing Committee). In the afternoon, the marchers watched a documentary of the Panchen Lama’s life, entitled “Tibet’s Stolen Childâ€, on the roof of the ashram. The marchers also contributed to a fund to buy biscuits and treats for the local children to celebrate the day.
The marchers enjoyed special meals throughout the day. At breakfast, they had Tibetan butter tea and sweet dey see with cashew nuts. Lunch featured cold soft drinks sponsored by the Ngawang Woebar, President of the GuChuSum Movement of Tibet.
The two local tea wallahs had a booming day as the marchers relaxed in their shops. The local street monkeys also enjoyed a bountiful day of gifted and stolen food.
DAY 48 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The freshly rested marchers quickly covered the 23 kilometers to reach a Hindu temple outside Jalal Pur. During the march, the Manager of Bharat Petroleum gas station, Gajraula, generously provided cold water to all marchers to quench their thirst. Near the night’s resting place, the local A-1 Plaza offered free showers to the marchers in their sleek facilities. Later in the evening after the daily prayer session, the marchers actively participated in a discussion on India’s involvement in the Tibet issue.DAY 50 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers today reached Pakwara, Uttar Pradesh, about 9 kilometers before Moradabad. After dinner, they held a special prayer session for the Tibetans killed in the uprising in Tibet.
The marchers were happy to welcome 54 new people to the March. The group of new marchers reached the camp at 3am.
DAY 51 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left from Pakwara at 6am and covered a total of 20 kilmeters.
The marchers paused in Moradabad to hold a prayer session at Dr. Ambedkar Park to mark the 10th anniversary of Martyr Thupten Ngodup’s self immolation for the Tibetan cause. This was followed by a press conference at 10:30am. The organizing committee would like to thank Mr. Junaid Aiyjaj, a lawyer and a friend of Mr. Rajiv Vohra, who helped in coordinating with the press.
The marchers left Moradabad around noon and reached Ektav Vihar where they are camping for the night.
Check the “About the Marchers†section for regular additions of biographies of the marchers. Today’s biography is of Ngawang Tendol, a nun who spent 5 years in prison in Tibet for yelling “Free Tibetâ€.
DAY 52 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left Moradabad at 6am and walked 25 kilometers. They camped on a big ground located near Bawabpur stadium. The owner of the ground, Mr Gulzar Khan, a timber merchant from Rampur, generously provided electricity and water for the marchers to take showers and to do their laundry.
The marchers had an active day in the afternoon playing soccer, cricket and badminton in the stadium, despite the heat.
DAY 53 and 54 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
On May 1st, the march started at 6am and covered 20 kilometers, reaching Bilaspur, Uttar Pradesh. Mr Yadav, the principal of the Punjab Primary School, permitted the marchers to camp on the playground. The marchers enjoyed bathing in a stream of heavy water from a farmer’s pump after the especially hot day.
This morning the march crossed in to Uttarakhand state, the last state border crossing before Tibet. A march of 23 kilometers took the marchers to the playground of a government college, where they camped the night.
DAY 55 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The March started early this morning, leaving Rudrapur at 5am, and quickly covered 27 kilometers in 6 hours. The day was hot but marchers were quite tireless. They camped at Lal Kuan, Uttrakhand State, on the playground of the Inter-Government College.
Local members of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh heartily welcomed members of Organizing Committee with garlands. In the evening after the news briefing, the marchers were shown a collection of television news about the Tibetan Uprising, both inside and outside Tibet, from March 10th to present.
DAY 56 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left the camp at 6am and walked 20 kilometers. They reached Haldwani around noon, where they camped at the Vatika Banquet Hall, owned by Mr. RaKumar, a local timber merchant. Mr. Rajiv Vinayak, son of the owner of the Vatika Banquet Hall visited the campsite to welcome the marchers.
In the evening, the Association of Tibetans in Nainital hosted dinner for the marchers at Phayul Choekorling Gonpa in the heart of Haldwani. Everyone enjoyed the dinner, and the kitchen staff greatly appreciated the break. Mr. Pema G Sithar, President of Tibetan Refugee Foundation of Nainital, introduced Mr. Tashi Wangdue, President of Bhutia Mala Bazaar, and Mr. Jamphel, President of Bhutia Janjati in Nainital, to the marchers. The guests spoke about their origins, tracing their ancestry to the Tibetan community who was based in Nainital before the Chinese invasion of Tibet in 1959. They expressed a deep appreciation for the sense of responsibility taken by Tibetans everywhere for achieving Tibetan freedom.
DAY 57 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers started as usual at 6am and walked 20 kilometers through woods, and began marching uphill into the foothills. The weather was extraordinarily pleasant with a light shower and cool breeze. Along the way, the marchers sang patriotic songs and enjoyed the cool weather.
The Additional District Magistrate of Nainital permitted to the marchers to camp at the Public Works Department rest house in Jeolikote, Nainital District. Mr. Govind Rawat, the village leader generously provided water for the marchers.
Many marchers found the evening particularly cold after the heat of the plains.
DAY 58 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers set out from Jeolikote at 6 am and quickly covered the 18 kilometers to reach Nainital. Their energy was lifted as they approached the hills, giving the marchers a sense of being closer to Tibet. The marchers were welcomed to Nainital around noon by the Tibetan Community in Nainital who stood by the road waving Tibetan flags. The local Tibetan residents, from around 40 families, heartily welcomed the marchers with khatas. The marchers are staying at the Gomang Gaden Kunkyopling Monastery situated on top of a hill for the next 2 days, while they participate in orientation sessions, panel discussions, and a candlelight vigil.
The Tibetan Refugee Foundation, Regional TYC and TWA are hosting the marchers’ meals for the two-day stop in Nainital. The residents are taking very good care of all the marchers. Everyone is really enjoying the cooler weather in the hills.
Mr. A. Singh of Haldwani, a long time Tibet supporter who donated a large sum of money and food, came to visit the marchers again in Nainital after his visits at Haldwani and Jeolikote.
DAY 59 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The day started with a morning prayer session in the courtyard of the monastery. After breakfast, a group discussion was held at 10am, with marchers and members of the organizing committee. The marchers keenly participated, showering questions on each other. The discussion centered on the importance of discipline and the nature of non-violent action.
The marchers had a relaxing afternoon as they went down town to shop and see the lake which is the main attraction of Nainital. The Tibetan shopkeepers gave the marchers necessary items to the Marchers on cost price.
In the evening, a candlelight vigil procession was organized by the Nainital Tibetan community at the Tibetan market.
DAY 60 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The morning was cold and calm. After breakfast, a second day of group discussion was held in the courtyard of the Nainital Tibetan School. Everyone actively participated in the discussion.
At 7pm, a prayer session was held at the Tibetan market. The Presidents of the five organizing NGOs spoke about the importance of March to Tibet. They also requested non-Tibetans to continue to support the Tibetan cause and asked the Tibetan residents of Nainital to continue to work for the freedom of Tibet.
DAY 61 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left Nainital at 7am with local Tibetan residents cheering them on. Members of Gyagar Khampa (the association of Tibetans who came to India before 1959) and different Indian associations, such as Indian Shopkeepers Association (Bhawali), marched alongside the marchers until Bhawali. The Tibetan market in Nainital was also closed to show support and solidarity with the marchers.
After the marchers departed, the Presidents of all five organizing NGOs held a press conference at 10:30am at the Press Club of Nainital. After the daily prayers in the evening, the Presidents rejoined the marchers, briefing them about the press conference and discussing the march.
The marchers camped for the night at Shri Kainchi Dam after walking 20 kilometers.
DAY 64 AND 65 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
On May 12, the marchers departed from their campsite at 8am. They marched 13 kilometers to reach Almora, one of oldest hill stations in Uttarakhand State. The Tibetan residents of Almora warmly welcomed the marchers at Ghandimarg, where the organizing committee held a short media briefing to tell the press about Pema Tashi’s demise and update them on the march.The marchers camped at the Dikung Kagyu Monastery located on top of a hill, where they also stayed the following day. On May 13, an orientation on non-violence was given to the new marchers joining the group.Local Tibetan residents hosted dinner for the marchers while they were in Almora, which was greatly appreciated by the marchers. The organizing committee would like to especially thank Mr. Pasang (President of the Tibetan community in Almora) and Mr. Sonam who helped with the logistics of the march for these two days.DAY 66 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left Almora in the afternoon and covered 18 kilometers. They camped the night at Petsahab.DAY 67 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers left Petsahab at 8am, walking 24 kilometers. The marchers set up camp at the Inter-Government College in Dhaulchhini. In the evening, a giant rainstorm flooded all the tents. Luckily, the college and a community hall allowed the marchers to stay there and they were able to good night’s sleep under a solid roof.DAY 68 UPDATE FROM THE MARCH
The marchers departed at 7am, and walked 31 kilometers. It was one of the most tiresome days so far. They paused after the first 18 kilometers, eating lunch on the side of the road.Camp was set up at Sheraghat. For the second day in a row, it rained in the evening. Fortunately this time, the tents stayed dry.In the evening, the sub-district magistrates (SDMs) of 3 neighboring districts visited the campsite to raise their concerns about the March.