Kazakhstan President witnesses devotees' protests in London

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Dear prabhus

 

Here is a report of this morning's protests in London against the government

of Kazakhstan:--

(please find attached 2 photos)

 

Anticipating the arrival of Nursultan Nazarbayev, the President of

Kazakhstan at the London Stock Exchange, 200 devotees gathered at 7am this

morning. The crowd included ISKCON devotees and well-wishers, including

Sudarshan Bhatia of the National Council of Hindu Temples (UK) and Mr CB

Patel- - the Editor of the Asian Voice newspaper. Devotees carried banners

and placards whilst sombre but lively kirtans ensued. Then, a convoy of

chauffeur-driven cars appeared, one of which carried the President of

Kazakhstan.

 

Spotting the convoy, the crowd of devotees surged forward into the courtyard

of the main Stock Exchange and the kirtan grew louder as a few devotees

shouted the odd slogan. A line of police, taken by surprise, quickly

appeared to allow the cars to drive near the main building- - it was very

clear that the President was aware of what was happening.

 

After he was quickly escorted inside the Stock Exchange building, the kirtan

continued and then divided into two groups- - one remaining in the courtyard

and the other standing by the main road at the other side of the building

where most of the office windows were. With the sound of the mrdangas,

karatels and singing, it is likely he could hear the protest inside.

 

Meanwhile, several media photographers showed up to take photos of the

devotees standing behind their banners.

 

Gauri das thanked all the devotees who has attended the protest, reminding

everyone that it is a peaceful demonstration, and also thanked the police.

The police were pleased the devotees' behaviour.

 

 

Your servant

Radha Mohan das

 

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