Tibetan Buddhist Panchen Rinpoche prays for quake-hit areas in Xizang

Panchen Rinpoche has prayed for areas affected by the M6.8 earthquake that struck Dingri County in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, claiming the lives of at least 126 people.

Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po, one of the most influential figures in Tibetan Buddhism, held prayer sessions with fellow monks, chanting scriptures and praying for the swift recovery and safety from calamity of the disaster-stricken areas.

They also prayed for the peace and prosperity of the nation.

Last week, Panchen Rinpoche, along with approximately 900 monks from Tashilhunpo Monastery – his traditional seat – donated money to help those affected by the quake.

Panchen Rinpoche is a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body. He is also vice president of the Buddhist Association of China.

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