Street protests erupted in several Chinese cities over the weekend, driven by anger over inflexible restrictions to combat COVID-19. The “zero COVID” policy aims to eliminate the virus through radical lockdowns, restrictions and incessant testing.
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Since the protests, some Chinese cities have eased antivirus restrictions as the government tries to calm public anger.
The protest in New Delhi was organized by the Tibetan Youth Congress, which supports the Dalai Lama, the Tibetan religious leader. It was held in Jantar Mantar, a government-designated area for protests near the Indian Parliament building.
The protesters called for the resignation of Chinese President Xi Jinping and chanted “Stop genocide in China” and “Free Tibet, release China. “
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Tenzin Tsundue, a member of the Tibetan Youth Congress, said he was very happy that other Chinese opposed restrictions and not easy freedom and democracy.
“When the protests take a stand in China, it is up to us to send this message to the other Chinese that we stand with you,” Tenzin said.
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Large numbers of Tibetans have been living in exile in India since the Dalai Lama fled Tibet in 1959 after a failed uprising opposed to Chinese control. China recognizes the self-proclaimed Tibetan government-in-exile in India and rejects the Dalai Lama’s quest for greater Tibetan autonomy from Beijing.