
Not stepped away from activism, it requires clarity and sincere dialogue: Sonam Wangchuk
Sonam Wangchuk, a climate activist currently detained at the Jodhpur Central jail, has stated that he remains committed to his activism despite being released under the National Security Act. He emphasized the need for "clarity, unity, and sincere dialogue" in achieving a just future for Ladakh. His wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, co-founder of Himalayan Institute of Alternative Learning (HIAL), previously stated that Mr. Wangchuk will pursue dialogue and collaboration rather than protests after his release. The Supreme Court is expected to hear the case challenging his detention next week.
14 MAR 2026
— The Dawn
India released prominent activist Sonam Wangchuk from preventive detention after six months, ending his arrest stemming from protests in Ladakh.
17 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs revoked his 170-day detention under the National Security Act.
22 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Sonam Wangchuk returned to Leh after release from detention and called for dialogue and a collaborative approach to address the needs of the people of Ladakh.
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