Day 11:
The march began early at around 5:00 AM as the marchers proceeded from Rupnagar to Kurali. The day started with prayers, followed by a briefing from the organizing committee outlining the day’s activities.
At around 1:00 PM, the marchers were warmly welcomed in Kurali by RSS members led by Shri Ravinder Ji, Shri Vikram Ji, and Shri Harvinder Singh Rathore (Punjab University DESMDRC Student Front Party Chief). The Tibetan Youth Congress addressed the press in Kurali, sharing updates on the Black Hat March and expressing heartfelt gratitude to India for its continued support.
The day concluded with a night stay arranged by the RSS Kurali team, along with a pure vegetarian dinner. The spirit of the day was captured in the words: “Even though the sun’s heat burns our bodies, our spirit burns brighter than the sunshine.”
Day 12:
The marchers began at 4:00 AM from Kurali with prayers and a briefing. Upon reaching Chandigarh, they were warmly welcomed by RTYC Chandigarh, and Raja Mohali also visited to welcome the marchers.
At around 3:00 PM, demonstrations were held at Punjab University and later in Sector 17, with strong support from RSS members including Shri Er. Charan Ji, Shri Sumit Kumar Ji, Professor Tomar Ji (Sanskrit Department, PU), Ashesh Ji (PhD), and Professor K.P. Singh Ji.
RTYC Chandigarh President also invited Kamaljit Singh Panchhi, President of the National Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Force Chandigarh, along with members who stood in solidarity with the Tibetan cause.
At Sector 17, RTYC Puruwala and RTWA Puruwala visited the marchers, offering scarves and distributing water and fruits. Despite physical exhaustion, the day concluded successfully.
Day 13:
After marching continuously for 12 days, the marchers took a well-deserved rest. The organizing committee arranged a full medical check-up with the support of RTYC Chandigarh.
Heartfelt thanks were extended to Dr. Sandup Dorjee and the SRH Charitable Diagnostic team, along with special gratitude to Dr. Tenzin Thai, President of RTYC Chandigarh.
Lunch was served at a Gurudwara, where the marchers respectfully shared a simple vegetarian meal. The day ended with much-needed rest and reassurance that all marchers were in good health.
Day 14:
Today marked the longest march so far, covering approximately 53 km. Beginning at 4:00 AM with prayers and a briefing, the marchers reached Ambala, Haryana, around 5:30 PM.
They were warmly welcomed by ABVP student members under the leadership of Yogesh Ji at Ambala Cantt. At the Gurudwara, BTSM President Shri Narender Ji and Vice President Arun Ji offered fruits. BTSM Haryana President Shri Sushil Kumar Ji and his team welcomed the marchers with garlands and flowers.
The Tibetan Youth Congress President addressed the press and media, expressing gratitude to India and its people. RTYC Paonta Sahib and RTWA Paonta Sahib also visited in support. The day concluded with dinner and rest.
Day 15:
The march began at 5:00 AM, covering approximately 22 km to Shahbad, reaching around 12:30 PM at Shri Shakambari Devi Mandir.
Arrangements were made by Vishwa Hindu Parishad Shahbad with the support of Shri Manesh Bhagat Ji, Pandit Shri Rajesh Sharma Ji, Shri Santpal Bhatia Ji, Shri Raja Kumar Bhatia Ji, Shri Surender Jain Ji, Shri R.D. Gupta Ji, Shri Marander Madan Ji, Shri Rampal Ji, and Shri Rakesh Khanna Ji.
The marchers were warmly welcomed with garlands and flower petals. The Tibetan Youth Congress President addressed the media, and due to intense heat, the marchers rested early.
In today’s highlight, in response to media questions during the press, the TYC President stated: “Even though the sun’s heat burns us, it will never weakens our courage and determination in our resistance movement against China for our country, Tibet.”
Day 16:
The march began at 4:00 AM with prayers and a briefing. along the way at 9:00 am, Tibetan activist Jamyang la visited the marchers from Dehradun, expressing gratitude for their dedication and determination toward the national struggle.
By 1:30 PM, the marchers reached Kurukshetra, where they were welcomed by ABVP students led by Subham Sharma Ji. At around 2:30 pm, members of BTSM Kurukshetra—Sushil Ji, Ravinder Ji, and Vikas Ji—also extended their support and shared words of encouragement for the tibetan struggle.
An emotional highlight was the visit of an elderly couple from Paonta Sahib Tibetan settlement, encouraging the marchers with the spirit of determination for “Bodh Rangzen.”
The day concluded with a simple meal, and special thanks were extended to the Yarloong team from New York City for sponsoring meals.
Day 17:
The day began at 4:00 AM with prayers and a detailed briefing. The marchers reached Nilokheri, Haryana around 12:00 PM and were welcomed by ABVP students under the guidance of Abshak Rana Ji and youth leader Lovpratap Singh.
With the support of senior journalist Ahuja Ji, a press briefing was arranged at Bajrang Dal Dharamshala. Ahuja ji also recited a poem to uplift the spirits of the marchers and encourage dedication to the national cause.
The Tibetan Youth Congress President addressed the media, and the day concluded with discussions and a shared meal.
Day 18:
The march continued from early morning at 4:00 AM. By midday, the marchers reached Karnal and stayed at Jaat Bhawan, around 12 pm where they were warmly received by ABVP Karnal guided by Abhishek Rana Ji and leadership of Deepak Yadav Ji and Lovpratap Ji.
They were also welcomed by BTSM Haryana under Shri Sushil Kumar Ji, along with Rajvir Palawan Ji and his group.
A press briefing was conducted by the Tibetan Youth Congress President and Joint Secretary Ngawang Paljor on Black Hat March and current India-China relations.
Day 19:
The marchers began at 4:00 AM, covering around 35 km before reaching Panipat by 4:00 PM. They were welcomed by Shri Gulab Ji (BTSM Panipat), BJP’s Neeraj Ji, Suhil Verma of ABVP, and students from DS (PG) College.
A press conference was held at DS College addressing about purpose and goal of the Black Hat March, followed by a meeting with the Principal and administration.
All programs were coordinated under the guidance of Kungo Acharya Yeshi Phuntsok La. Night stay was arranged by BTSM and ABVP Panipat. A Heartfelt thanks to all Indian supporters, and special gratitude to Kungo Acharya Yeshi Phuntsok La for his continued support of TYC campaigns across India.
Day 20:
The day began at 5:00 AM with prayers and a briefing. By 12:00 PM, the marchers reached Samalkha, where they were warmly welcomed by local leaders and residents, later by ABVP Samalkha and BTSM Haryana, led by Shri Gulab Singh Ji and the Samalkha team at the BJP office in Samalkha. A welcome program was organized and hosted by Shri Neeraj Ji (BJP karyakarta), featuring speeches by Former Deputy Speaker Kungo Acharya Yeshi Phuntsok La, BTSM Haryana’s Shri Gulab Ji, and Shri Sushil Ji, who delivered the welcome address. The President of the Tibetan Youth Congress, Tsering Chomphel, also addressed the gathering, speaking about the purpose of the Black Hat March and the critical situation inside Tibet.
After the program, the TYC President briefed the media and press about the Black Hat March. BTSM and ABVP Haryana, led by Shri Sahil Verma Ji, arranged high tea for all the marchers, and night stay was also organized by them.
Later, around 5:00 PM, the TYC President visited the Hindu Temple at Chulkana Dham, where he was warmly received by the temple authorities. He also visited the RSS Haryana office premises and met with Shri Raj Kumar Ji and Shri Vijay Ji, administrators of the RSS Haryana office. The RSS Haryana campus is one of the largest premises in India.
Special thanks were extended to Shri Gulab Singh Ji (BTSM Haryana), Shri Sahil Verma Ji (ABVP), Shri Neeraj Ji (BJP), and Shri Hari Om Ji for their support and for making all the arrangements for the TYC Black Hat March over the two days in Panipat and Samalkha.
