Core Viewpoint - The transformation of Kesu Community from a feudal society to a thriving community post-democratic reform highlights significant socio-economic progress in Tibet over the past 60 years [2][3][4]. Group 1: Historical Context - Kesu Village was the first to undergo democratic reform in Tibet in 1959, leading to the establishment of the first rural Party branch and the first democratic election involving former serfs [2]. - The establishment of the Tibet Autonomous Region occurred in 1965, marking a significant political milestone [2]. Group 2: Socio-Economic Development - Kesu Community successfully eliminated poverty in 2017, with all 17 impoverished households achieving a better standard of living [2]. - The community's economy is projected to exceed 30 million yuan in total rural income for 2024, with primary sources being agriculture, transportation, and migrant work [3]. - The establishment of a farming machinery cooperative in the community has provided 26 types of agricultural machinery to residents at half market price, enhancing productivity [3]. Group 3: Personal Narratives - The story of an elder, Duoji, illustrates the personal impact of democratic reforms, as he transitioned from being a serf to a community leader after joining the Communist Party in 1985 [3]. - The contrast between the historical suffering of serfs and the current prosperity of the Kesu Community is emphasized through the imagery of the community's agricultural landscape [4].

1959年3月28日，国务院颁布命令，在西藏施行民主改革，彻底废除"政教合一"的封建农奴制。从此，西藏百万农奴翻身得解放，将命运掌握 在了自己手中。 历史，滚滚向前。 新华社记者深入广袤高原，走近那些翻身农奴，感受他们如今的幸福生活。 这是洛桑老人（3月20日摄）。 "在旧社会，我们像牲畜一样活着，死了也没人知道。"拉萨市堆龙德庆区羊达社区朗仲组的九旬老人洛桑，回忆起西藏民主改革前的苦难岁 月，仍难掩激动。 01:14 洛桑13岁起就被迫为农奴主劳作。"夏天借粮，秋天还债，还不上就得挨打。"他回忆，农奴毫无尊严可言，吃不饱穿不暖，甚至与牲畜同住。 洛桑老人展示身份证（3月20日摄）。 洛桑老人的孩子给老人敬茶（3月20日摄）。 洛桑老人（前）和家人合影（3月20日摄）。 洛桑的故事是西藏巨变的缩影。1959年之前，占西藏总人口不足5%的农奴主占有着绝大部分生产资料，而占人口95%以上的农奴没有生产资 料和人身自由，遭受着残酷的压迫和剥削。如今，西藏农牧民人均可支配收入连续多年保持增长，社会保障全覆盖。 洛桑老人在家点藏香（3月20日摄）。 洛桑老人在家中擦拭留声机（3月20日摄）。 1959年，西藏开启民主改 ...