03 March 2008
Kashag appeal to shun violence during torch relay
(Tibet.net) The Kashag (or cabinet) of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) in Dharamsala has appealed to Tibetans to avoid resorting to violence during the 2008 Beijing Olympic torch relay in India in April. The guideline issued by the Kashag on 29 February 2008 said: "Resorting to violent means by the Tibetans, which are against the law and cause embarrassment to the people and the government of India, must not be allowed". The Dalai Lama has supported the PRC being given the right to host the Olympic Games. The Kashag’s statement also says: "His Holiness has regularly stated that the Olympic Games in China must be held successfully without any hindrance, since the event is being long awaited by the Chinese with great pride and happiness".