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Released From 6-Month NSA Detention, Sonam Wangchuk Opens Door to Compromise on Ladakh Demands
Following his release after five-and-a-half months, Sonam Wangchuk urged constructive talks with the Centre, emphasizing non-violence and continued demands for Ladakh's constitutional safeguards.
- On Tuesday, activist Sonam Wangchuk called for a "win-win" dialogue with the Centre after his detention under the National Security Act was revoked.
- Wangchuk had been detained on September 26 following protests demanding Sixth Schedule status and statehood for Ladakh, which regional bodies maintain are non-negotiable.
- Seeking a "give and take" process, Wangchuk emphasized non-violent methods and stated he hopes for "meaningful and effective talks with the government that will lead to something good."
- Planning his next steps, Wangchuk will travel to Ladakh to consult with leaders of the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, coalitions leading the constitutional safeguards movement.
- Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, outlined a vision for Ladakh as a "role model" in self-reliance and environmental protection, while Wangchuk noted the government's openness could improve India's global image.
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Released from 6-month NSA detention, Sonam Wangchuk opens door to compromise on Ladakh demands
Wangchuk, who had approached the court challenging his detention, said the government’s move has made his “job easy” as he had otherwise been prepared for a prolonged legal and public battle.
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