Sonam Wangchuk on Tuesday welcomed the government’s move to initiate dialogue on Ladakh-related issues, calling it a positive step towards a “win-win” solution for the region, its people, and policymakers.Pertinently, massive rallies were seen in different parts of Ladakh on Monday as the LAB and KDA had given call for peaceful protests in support of the demands for region.
Speaking in Delhi, Wangchuk said he was encouraged after “getting his voice back” in recent days and seeing efforts being made to build trust through meaningful engagement. He stressed that the goal of the movement was never individual success but a broader outcome benefiting Ladakh and the Himalayan ecosystem.
“One victory would just be my victory. What’s the use if Ladakh, the Himalayas, and the causes we represent do not win?” he said, adding that the ongoing developments could lead to a “win-win-win” situation—benefiting the region, the government, and India’s global image.
Wangchuk noted that the government has extended a hand for constructive dialogue, which he described as a key demand of the movement. He said sustained efforts, including marches from Leh to Delhi, hunger strikes, and protests, were aimed at initiating such discussions.
He also expressed hope that the courts would provide clear guidance on the use of laws like the National Security Act, particularly to prevent misuse in future cases.Referring to recent rallies in Ladakh, Wangchuk said people across the region have consistently called for the resumption of talks and a structured dialogue process. “The demand has always been to come to the discussion table and start meaningful conversations,” he said, adding that the latest developments mark an important step in that direction.
Two days after the release of climate activist Sonman Wangchuk, protests were held in Leh on a call given by Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) to press for statehood and inclusion of Ladakh region in Sixth Schedule. Thousands of men and women participated in the protests and took out rallies in support of statehood and Sixth Schedule at Leh, Kargil and other towns. Shutdown was observed in Kargil and Drass towns. Shops remained open in Leh as there wasn’t any call for shutdown.
LAB and KDA had called for day long protest in the entire Ladakh region. No untoward incident was reported from anywhere, officials said.The LAB and KDA had called the protest before Wangchuk’s release to demand the next round of talks with the Union Home Ministry, as promised during the High-Powered Committee meeting.The co-chairman of the Leh Apex Body (LAB), Cherring Dorjay Lakruk, said that peaceful protests would go on till their demands aren’t met. “We want justice for the people of our region,” he said.
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