Ministry of Home Affairs

Centre reaffirms commitment to dialogue as LAB withdraws from talks

Amid heightened tension in Ladakh following recent violence, the LAB announced a boycott of further engagement with the Union Government, citing fear and unrest after alleged excesses by security forces. Within hours, the MHA reaffirmed that the Centre remains committed to holding meaningful discussions with agitating groups. Sep 29, 2025
Ladakhi groups

Amid Eerie Silence in Leh, Ladakhi Leaders Reach Delhi for Monday's Preparatory Talks

Amid heightened political tensions following Wednesday's unprecedented violence in Leh and the arrest of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, leaders of agitating groups from Ladakh reached New Delhi on Monday for preliminary talks with the MHA. The discussions aim to finalize issues to be raised during the HPC meeting scheduled for October 6. Sep 28, 2025
S D Singh

Sonam Wangchuk under lens for suspected links with PAK Agent: Ladakh DGP

Ladakh DGP S.D. Singh Jamwal accused climate activist Sonam Wangchuk of being the key conspirator behind the September 24 violence in Leh, which left four civilians dead and scores injured. The DGP said Wangchuk's alleged links with a recently arrested Pakistani intelligence operative are under investigation. Sep 27, 2025
MHA blames climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, others for provoking youth to violence in Leh

Sonam Wangchuk shifted to Jodhpur jail under NSA over Leh violence

Arrested under the NSA, Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Jodhpur Jail in Rajasthan amid tight security. The Ladakh administration said Wangchuk's "provocative speeches and videos" triggered the September 24 Leh violence that left four people dead and dozens injured. Sep 27, 2025
BJP office

Peace protest turns violent in Leh: Sonam Wangchuk calls off hunger strike amid clashes

Leh witnessed a sudden outbreak of violence as a bandh call by the youth wing of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) turned violent, leading to stone-pelting, arson, and attacks on the BJP office and the LAHDC headquarters. Several vehicles and office properties were set ablaze, forcing police and paramilitary forces to use teargas to disperse crowds. Sep 24, 2025