I was thrown into jail, with no communication with my legal team or family, says Sonam Wangchuk
Sonam Wangchuk, a Ladakhi activist, was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on March 14, 2026 after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) revoked his 170-day detention under the National Security Act (NSA). Wangchuk was arrested last year for protesting for Statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. He advocates for dialogue and flexibility in negotiations. The government's actions, including the arrest of protesters and residents, have been criticized by Wangchuk.
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
· THIS STORY — 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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