After a video of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama went viral a few days ago, a popular Indian TV actress Shraddha Arya reacted via her social media account. In an Instagram post, the actress criticized the Dalai Lama for misbehaving with the boy. The actress also condemned the spiritual leader while advising people to raise their voices against these types of child abuse incidents. However, soon Shraddha started a backlash online.
Backlash prompts Shraddha Arya to apologize for criticizing the Dalai Lama; talks about child abuse in India
In a now-deleted Instagram Story, Shraddha Arya posted a lengthy apology, expressing regret for any damage caused by her earlier criticism of the Dalai Lama. In his message, he acknowledged that some of his words may have been hurtful and harsh to certain people. He clarified that he has no intention of interfering with people’s religious beliefs or practices. In his note, Shraddha also encouraged others to speak out against child abuse if they witness or suspect it.
An excerpt from her story read: “A lot of people have been writing hateful things on my page… I don’t know you and I have absolutely nothing against you, your religion or your practices. An ‘act has been condemned’. Not just any community, religion or place.”
He further added: “Apologies (clasped hands emoji) if my choice of words to criticize the incident was too harsh. Sadly, India is infested with child abuse and it is already very heartbreaking…Therefore, any act or word that suggests child abuse is extremely outrageous and unappreciated.” However, the story is no longer visible on his Instagram page.
Returning to the incident, shortly after the video went viral on the internet, His Holiness released an official statement saying: “A video has been circulating showing a recent meeting where a boy asked His Holiness the Dalai Lama if he I could give you a hug. His Holiness wishes to apologize to the boy and his family, as well as his many friends around the world, for the pain his words may have caused. His Holiness often teases people he meets in an innocent and playful way, even in public and on camera. He regrets the incident.
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