Senior RSS leader Indresh Kumar has alleged that China is executing a coordinated cultural and religious conspiracy to erase the identity of Buddhists living in the Himalayan regions, including Tibet, Lahaul-Spiti, and Kinnaur. Speaking after a four-day tour of border districts in Himachal Pradesh, Indresh warned that China’s tactics include both direct interference in spiritual affairs and indirect social engineering.

China's Plan: Cultural Dilution Through Marriage and Control

According to Indresh Kumar, China is not just militarily occupying Tibet but is also trying to weaken Tibetan culture and Buddhist heritage by promoting intermarriages between Chinese men and Himalayan Buddhist women. This, he claims, is part of a larger campaign to alter the demographic and spiritual character of the region.

“Be Alert to Religious Conversion,” Says RSS Leader

The RSS leader also took aim at Christian missionaries, alleging that conversions are being carried out in the Himalayan belt under the guise of service and education. He urged Buddhists and Hindus to remain united, stating that “conversion means changing identity” and that awareness must be raised against such activities.

China's Dalai Lama Move Condemned

Indresh strongly opposed China's recent assertion that Beijing will appoint the next Dalai Lama, calling it a blatant intrusion into Tibetan religious sovereignty. “Tibetans and Buddhists across the world must make it clear that they will not tolerate any interference in their spiritual matters,” he said.

Focus on Development Along the Border

Indresh also emphasized that the Indian government has launched multiple schemes for the development of border areas, and he called upon the state government to ensure effective implementation of these centrally-sponsored initiatives.

Call for Unity

He concluded with a message of unity among Sanatan Hindus and Buddhists, urging them to resist attempts at division — whether through conversion, foreign influence, or cultural dilution.