The remains of Ragdi, former vice chairman of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress (NPC), were cremated in Beijing on Thursday during a solemn ceremony attended by the country's top leadership. General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee Xi Jinping joined Premier Li Qiang, NPC Chairman Zhao Leji, and other senior officials in paying final respects at Babaoshan Revolutionary Cemetery.
Amid subdued music, leaders offered silent tributes and bowed three times before expressing condolences to Ragdi's family. The 87-year-old statesman, who passed away on June 6 after an illness, was remembered for his six-decade political career that included significant contributions to ethnic affairs and legal system development.
Ragdi's legacy spans critical roles in shaping China's ethnic policies, particularly concerning Tibetan communities. Official tributes described him as "an outstanding leader in socialist legal system development" and "an excellent son of the Tibetan people," highlighting his dual focus on national unity and institutional reform.
The memorial service underscored cross-generational political continuity, with former leaders including Hu Jintao joining current officials in honoring Ragdi's service. His career trajectory from regional governance to national legislative leadership reflects China's evolving approach to ethnic integration and legal modernization.
