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It is stories like these that really make me wonder why do reports and reporters need to intrude into the most private and sacred places of individuals and risk their safety and security. What purpose does this story really serve apart from giving Chinese authorities to give a free hand to go and arrest those congregated Tibetans. Why can't we let covert religious events remain unpublicised as long as they are serving the spiritual needs of individuals and bringing tibetan people together. I know that RFA has connections in the deepest valleys and highest peaks in Tibet but stories like these, for me at least, fail media ethics and social responsibilities.
Jan 11, 2017 11:56 PM
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In response to Tenkal's comment: The Chinese authorities are already intruding in the personal lives of lay Tibetans and monks/nuns. China puts many religious restrictions on Tibetans who face severe punishment merely for having a photo of His Holiness. The media in China/Tibet is censored so we need these reports to let the world know what is actually going on. Tibetans are forced to practice their religion in secret to avoid Chinese punishment. This is inherently wrong & the media needs to report this. Not reporting these stories is what China wants.
Jan 13, 2017 12:29 PM
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