11th Panchen Lama visits Tibetan farmers

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The 11th Panchen Lama has visited a Tibetan farmer's family in a suburb of Lhasa, capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region. He wished them prosperity and social harmony. The farmers' village is in Dazi County, home to almost 39 thousand people.

The 11th Panchen Lama has visited a Tibetan farmer's family in a suburb  of Lhasa, capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region.

Farmers in Sangzhulin Village greeted the 19-year-old living Buddha with a hada, a long white silk scarf given as a blessing, and the burning of joss sticks.

The Panchen Lama took time to speak with 47-year-old farmer Ngawang and his family at their home.

The Panchen Lama took time to speak with 47-year-old farmer Ngawang and his family at their home.

Three years ago, Ngawang opened a business, leading a construction team to develop local infrastructure facilities. The business has been a success. Ngawang's family now earns an income of 200,000 yuan a year. The Panchen Lama encouraged Ngawang to help bring a better life to his fellow villagers.

Erdeni Gyaincain Norbu, 11th Panchen Lama, said, "You should take advantage of the current good opportunities and help poor families in your village achieve wealth."