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His Holiness the Dalai Lama offers Prayers and Condolences for Tibet Quake Victims

Dharamshala: His Holiness the Dalai Lama has expressed his deep condolences to the families affected in the earthquake that hit Damshung county and neighbouring areas west of Lhasa, Tibet, on Monday.

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of life and property as a result of the earthquake that struck Damshung county and neighbouring areas west of Lhasa on Monday, 6 October 2008,” His Holiness the Dalai Lama said in his condolence message.

“Our prayers go out to those who have lost their lives in this tragedy and offer condolences to their families and those affected by this natural disaster,” His Holiness said.

His Holiness said: “I am exploring avenues to extend assistant as a token of my deep concern and solidarity with the people devastated by these earthquakes.”