Tibetan Uprising

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.