Solo Cyclist for Tibet

I first encountered 64 year old Pa Jamyang Tenzin la during the TYC Indo-Tibet border bike rally organized by the Tibetan Youth Congress in 2020, soon after the COVID-19, Wuhan Virus outbreak. The rally aimed to expose Chinese expansionist policies and hold them accountable for the global spread of the virus. Among the 50 youth bike riders, Jamyang la stood as the oldest participant.

Later, Jamyang la embarked on his solo cycle rally campaign for Tibet. His inaugural cycle rally, “We Never Forget Tibet,” commenced from Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh to Bodh Gaya in Bihar, covering over 3000 km through various northern states, braving diverse climate conditions. Despite dusty roads and scorching sun, he persisted in raising awareness for Tibet and successfully concluded his rally in Bodh Gaya.

On December 1st, 2023, Jamyang la initiated his second solo cycle rally, aiming to raise awareness about the Tibetan cause among Indian masses. This time, he journeyed from Bylakuppe in Karnataka, a southern state, to Dekyiling in Uttarakhand, North India, covering over 3000 km and effectively spreading awareness about Tibet to a large audience.

During his journey, he consistently kept me informed about the challenges he faced, as well as the heartening updates regarding the warm receptions organized by TYC regional chapter members and other Tibetan associations. On numerous occasions, he recounted his encounters with Indian bike riders and cyclists, whom he enlightened about the purpose of his rally. Additionally, he expressed joy at meeting social influencers, whose platforms allowed him to effectively spread his message.

On March 5th, 2024, he embarked on his third cycle rally from Dehradun to Delhi, coinciding with the 65th Tibetan National Uprising Day. This rally aimed to raise awareness about the critical situation in Kham Dege and garner support from the Indian government and the international community for the Tibetan cause. Covering more than 250 km, he distributed pamphlets and stickers along the way.

Following the completion of his third cycle rally, Jamyang la visited me to share plans for his upcoming rallies, which left me deeply encouraged and inspired by his unwavering dedication to the Tibetan cause. Despite facing numerous challenges, he remains determined to raise awareness about Tibet’s plight and its significance to the Indian masses.

As he expresses his commitment to empowering and encourage younger Tibetans through his efforts, his eyes betray a profound sense of emotion, which deeply moves me. I hope his aspirations are realized, and he finds dedicated youth to accompany him on his future cycle rallies. While my full-time office commitments prevent me from joining him in campaigns, I assist him in preparing necessary pamphlets and documents to the best of my ability. I pray that he continues to uphold his spirit and passes it on to future generations.

By Sonsnow

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