Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:36pm on 23 Nov 2025,Sunday India
Ladakh’s Leh Apex Body (LAB) has made the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk its foremost demand before resuming talks with the Centre. The group stated that without Wangchuk’s freedom and a general amnesty for all individuals detained following the September 24 violence, dialogue cannot move forward. LAB leaders stressed that Wangchuk’s detention has created deep mistrust among locals and is seen as a major obstacle to restoring peace. They also reiterated broader demands, including statehood for Ladakh and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule. Until the government responds, LAB says negotiations will remain on hold. (PC: X)
