Tibetans and supporters gathered in Mcleod Ganj today, July 18th, for a peaceful march to the Kachari Police Ground. Dressed in black to signal mourning and resolve, the demonstrators united under a coalition of six leading Tibetan NGOs to voice strong opposition to the "Ethnic Unity and Progress Law." Protesters argue that this legislation, which officially took effect on July 1st, 2026, poses an existential threat to Tibetan identity, linguistic rights, and culture by mandating forced assimilation. The demonstration also served as a solemn tribute to Lobga Rangzen, the Tibetan independence activist who tragically passed away after self-immolating in front of the United Nations Headquarters in New York earlier this month. As the global Tibetan community mourns his loss, this march underscores their ongoing commitment to dignity, justice, and the right to self-determination. The movement remains resolute in its call for the international community to recognize their struggle and demand the repeal of this controversial new law.