DHARAMSHALA: The Tibetan Parliament in exile has resumed a campaign to seek India’s urgent intervention in ending China’s human rights violations in Tibet.  

The first leg of the campaign was held in Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry from 1-25 February.

A four-member delegation of Mr Jigme Jungney, Mr Lobsang Yeshi, Mrs Tsering Youdon and Mr Atruk Tseten began the second leg of the campaign in Goa on 24 August.

On 25 August, the delegation met Goa deputy chief minister Francis D’Souza who is a strong supporter of Tibet. He was briefed on the atrocities perperated against the Tibetan people by the Chinese government and tragic self-immolations by over 120 Tibetans to protest against the repression.

Mr D’Souza said Tibet suffers worst human rights violations in the world and need urgent intervention from the international community. He expressed sadness over the lack of meaningful support from the world community over the worsening situation in Tibet.

Later in the evening, the delegation invited an Indian parliamentarian and noted journalist to a panel discussion on the issue of Tibet. The panelists expressed their deep sympathy and solidarity with the Tibetan people for their quest for freedom.

The delegation will carry out campaigns in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan.