He expressed concern over China's attempts to dictate the spiritual leadership of Tibet, questioning the government's motives and disregard for religious freedom amid preparations for the upcoming birthday celebrations of the Dalai Lama.
The International Tibet Youth Forum commenced in Dharamshala on Thursday. The inaugural session was attended by Hollywood star Richard Gere, who addressed the audience on the occasion.
This comes after Dalai Lama declared that the Gaden Phodrang Trust, a non-profit institution he established, has the sole authority to recognise his future reincarnation.
Speaking to ANI, several attendees of the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference on Wednesday said that the Dalai Lama's statement was a direct message to China.
Tibetan leader Penpa Tsering accused China of trying to erase Tibetan identity by attacking its language and religion. The Dalai Lama affirmed that the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue and stressed that only the Gaden Phodrang Trust has the authority to recognise his successor,
Tibetan Spiritual Leader, the Dalai Lama, has stated that the Gaden Phodrang Trust can only recognise future reincarnations, and no one else has the authority to decide on the matter.
Ahead of the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration, the Tibetan Buddhist oracle, Nechung, comes in the form this morning to bless leaders of the Tibetan government-in-exile here. President of Central Tibetan Administration of Tibetan government in-exile, Penpa Tsering, ministers and memb
Celebrations have commenced in Dharamshala and the surrounding regions of Kangra ahead of the 90th birthday of 14th Dalai Lama, attracting global spiritual leaders, dignitaries, and well-wishers.
The celebration on June 30 is based on the dates as per the Tibetan calendar, whereas, according to the Gregorian calendar, the birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama falls on July 6.
Tibetans are celebrating the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday with prayers, cultural events, and rituals. A long life prayer ceremony and key discussions on his reincarnation are planned. Celebrations will continue in Delhi with global Buddhist leaders and scholars attending a major event on July
A Few parliamentarians in exile and other members of the organising committee arrive at Kangra Airport to welcome spiritual gurus who are coming to attend the 90th birthday celebration of the 14th Dalai Lama.