Ladakh’s Director General of Police (DGP), Dr. S.D. Singh Jamwal, has described the September 24 violence in Leh as an unprecedented and deeply unfortunate incident in the region’s history. The top cop said the incident has dealt blow to peaceful image of the region. GOC Northern command held meeting with Ladakh LG today to discuss current situation in Leh.
Addressing the media, Dr. Jamwal said, “A very unfortunate incident occurred here on 24th September. In the history of Ladakh this had never happened before. A law and order situation occurred, and there was massive violence, vandalism and arson.”The DGP confirmed that four lives were lost, while a large number of civilians, police personnel, and paramilitary jawans sustained injuries during the clashes.
He stressed that the violence had dealt a blow to Ladakh’s image as a peaceful region and assured that the police were investigating the incident thoroughly to identify and act against those responsible.Authorities have also appealed to the public to maintain calm and cooperate in restoring normalcy.
Meanwhile, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C) of the Indian Army’s Northern Command, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, today called on the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, and discussed the prevailing situation in Leh.
The meeting focused on the overall security scenario, emerging challenges in the region, and the need for enhanced coordination between civil administration and the armed forces to maintain peace and stability, emphasising the importance of preparedness and synergy in addressing any contingency.
The Lt Governor appreciated the Army’s role in safeguarding the borders and ensuring the safety of the people, while the GOC-in-C reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to the security and integrity of the Union Territory.Northern Army Commander, GOC 14 Corps, Maj Gen Dalbir Singh (MGGS Northern Command) and Col Vikas Vasisht (Deputy Military Advisor to Northern Army Commander) were among those who attended the meeting.
At the political level, criticism against BJP continues with Deputy Chief Minister of J&K Surinder Choudhary launching a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing the party of failing to control the worsening situation in Ladakh. CM Omar has already been highly critical of what he mishandling of the things by the Union government.
Speaking on the recent unrest, Choudhary alleged that the government was taking “revenge” against environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been vocal about the rights of the people of Ladakh. “Instead of addressing the genuine concerns of the people, the BJP is targeting those who speak for the environment and public welfare,” he said.The Deputy CM further claimed that just as the people of Jammu and Kashmir were betrayed by the central government, the same has now been done to the people of Ladakh. “The Centre made promises but failed to deliver. The people of Ladakh have been left disillusioned, much like J&K,” he remarked.
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