IN PHOTOS: Arson, violence in Leh as Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike

Updated On: 24 September, 2025 04:32 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Wednesday ended his 15-day hunger strike after protests demanding statehood for Ladakh and the extension of the Sixth Schedule turned violent in the region. (PICS/ PTI)

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<p>The protest movement, which seeks constitutional safeguards for Ladakh`s tribal communities under the Sixth Schedule, has gained momentum in recent months</p>

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The protest movement, which seeks constitutional safeguards for Ladakh`s tribal communities under the Sixth Schedule, has gained momentum in recent months

<p>Flames and thick smoke engulfed parts of Leh as protesters torched vehicles and attacked the local BJP office, prompting authorities to impose prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS, banning gatherings of five or more people</p>

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Flames and thick smoke engulfed parts of Leh as protesters torched vehicles and attacked the local BJP office, prompting authorities to impose prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS, banning gatherings of five or more people

<p>The Sixth Schedule currently applies to select northeastern states, offering autonomous governance, judicial powers, and financial autonomy through regional councils</p>

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The Sixth Schedule currently applies to select northeastern states, offering autonomous governance, judicial powers, and financial autonomy through regional councils

<p>A fresh round of talks between the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Ladakhi representatives — including the LAB and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) — is scheduled for October 6</p>

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A fresh round of talks between the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Ladakhi representatives — including the LAB and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) — is scheduled for October 6

<p>On Wednesday, Leh observed a complete shutdown, with massive crowds gathering at the NDS Memorial Ground before marching through town, chanting slogans demanding statehood and tribal protections</p>

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On Wednesday, Leh observed a complete shutdown, with massive crowds gathering at the NDS Memorial Ground before marching through town, chanting slogans demanding statehood and tribal protections

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