Centre revokes Sonam Wangchuk's NSA detention months after Leh violence
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The government said the move aims to restore peace and enable constructive dialogue with stakeholders in Ladakh. The detention came in the backdrop of a serious law and order situation that arose in the peace-loving town of Leh on September 24, 2025.
The Centre has decided to revoke the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA), months after the law and order situation that arose in Leh in September 2025.
According to a statement by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Sonam Wangchuk was detained on September 26, 2025, under the provisions of the National Security Act pursuant to an order issued by the District Magistrate, Leh, with a view to maintaining public order.
The detention came in the backdrop of a serious law and order situation that arose in the peace-loving town of Leh on September 24, 2025. The ministry noted that Wangchuk has already undergone nearly half of the detention period under the Act.
The government said it has been actively engaging with various stakeholders and community leaders in Ladakh to address the aspirations and concerns of the people of the region.
However, the government noted that the prevailing atmosphere of bandhs and protests has been detrimental to the peace-loving character of society and has adversely affected several sections of the community, including students, job aspirants, businesses, tour operators and tourists, as well as the overall economy.
The Ministry of Home Affairs said the government remains committed to fostering an environment of peace, stability, and mutual trust in Ladakh so as to facilitate constructive and meaningful dialogue with all stakeholders.
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