Protest in Ladakh against arrest of Sonam Wangchuck and others

Protests erupted in Ladakh against the arrest of prominent environmental activist Sonam Wangchak and others, with the strike affecting daily life and movement across the region.

Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB) called for a shutdown of both Kargil and Leh districts, due to which daily life and movement were severely affected in the entire region, prominent environmental activist Sonam said. Wangchuk had launched the ‘Delhi Chalo Padyatra’ from Leh a month ago to advocate for sixth schedule status for Ladakh.

The detained group included prominent Ladakhi leaders, marching towards Delhi as Delhi Chalo Padyatra, Notable leaders like co-chairman Asghar Ali Karbalai KDA and chief executive councilor of LAHDC Mohammad Jafar Akhun were also among those detained. were included.

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The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and Leh Apex Body (LAB) called for a strike, protesting for Ladakh’s rights, including statehood and constitutional protections. , with the Public Service Commission demanding speeding up the recruitment process and separate Lok Sabha seats for Leh and Kargil.

KDA termed the arrests as a violation of fundamental rights, the actions of the government and the police have insulted the democratic rights of Ladakhis. All Kargil Students Association Delhi (AKSAD) also condemned the arrests. Expressed dismay at the denial of permission to those who did so to enter Delhi.

Both KDA and AKSAD urged the Indian government to address Ladakh’s concerns and fulfill commitments to the region. Condemned the detention of his colleagues.

Omar Abdullah criticized the government for violating the promises made to the people of Ladakh and detaining peaceful citizens. What is legal action? The people of Kashmir have since August 2019 rejected India’s narrative of prosperity and better law and order, propagated by Gudi media.