India frees Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk after 6 months in jail - World
India released prominent activist Sonam Wangchuk from preventive detention after six months, ending his arrest stemming from protests in Ladakh. Wangchuk, a key figure in the region's autonomy movement, was charged under India's National Security Act and held under the stringent law without formal charges for up to 12 months. The home ministry stated it decided to end Wangchuk’s detention “with immediate effect” after "due consideration," but the fate of the charges against him remains unclear. Wangchuk, an environmental advocate known for his work in water conservation and education, has vowed to continue his activism for Ladakh's protection and well-being.
14 MAR 2026
· THIS STORY — 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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