The earthquake occurred in Dingri County , Shigatse City, in China's Tibet region on Jan. 7 around 9:05 a.m., Beijing Time, the Christian Post website reports today (Jan. 8, 2025).
Shigatse is regarded as the seat of the Panchen Lama, a spiritual leader and the second--highest authority in Tibetan Buddhism after the Dalai Lama.
In a statement, the Dalai Lama, who lives in self--imposed exile in India, said he was "saddened" to learn about the earthquake and expressed compassion to people impacted by the tragedy.
"It has caused the tragic loss of many lives, numerous injuries, and extensive destruction to homes and property," he said. "I offer my prayers for those who lost their lives and extend my wishes for a swift recovery to all who have been injured."
The earthquake is believed to have killed at least 126 people and injured 188 others.
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