Tibetan Writer Under Surveillance After Prison Release

A Tibetan writer, Palgon, has been placed under strict surveillance following his release from prison in November 2024, reports Radio Free Asia. Palgon, 32, was jailed for over two years for contacting Tibetans abroad and making a prayer offering to the Dalai Lama. Since his release, he has been barred from communicating with others, and his writings have been erased from social media. Human Rights Watch’s World Report 2025 highlights China's continued crackdown on Tibetans for online activity and religious practices. Beijing’s restrictions aim to curb Tibetan cultural and religious identity, drawing criticism from human rights groups.