25 April 2008
Tibetans demand release of Panchen Lama
(Reuters) Thousands of Tibetan exiles in India marched in New Delhi to demand the release of Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, who was named by the Dalai Lama, as the 11th Panchen Lama. 25 April marked the 19th birthday of Gendun Choekyi Nyima who is believed to be under house arrest since he disappeared shortly after his recognition by the Dalai Lama. His whereabouts are unknown.