Shun violence or I will resign: Dalai Lama to Tibetans

Strongly disapproving of violent protests by Tibetans, the Dalai Lama today said he would step down if the violence continued.

“I have always made it clear that the expression of deep emotion should be in control. If it is out of control, we have no option. If the violent demonstration continue, I would resign,” he told reporters here. Disturbed by violent protests by Tibetans in various places, he asked the demonstrators to refrain from doing any harm to the Chinese people. “I have always respected the Chinese people… Chinese communism. Even most of the Tibetan protesters are ideologically Communists. I am totally against use of violence whether it is in China or elsewhere,” the Dalai Lama further said. Asked about the future course of action regarding the ongoing Tibetan crisis, he merely said: “Just wait”. The Dalai Lama is in the Capital for a week-long meditation workshop.