Public Safety Act
Government Cancels FCRA Registration of Ladakh Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Organization Over Alleged Violations
Sep 25, 2025 09:23 pm CST
The Indian government has revoked the FCRA registration of Sonam Wangchuk's Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh organization following allegations of financial irregularities and foreign funding violations. This action comes amid Ladakh's statehood movement and recent protests, with authorities citing multiple violations of foreign contribution regulations and questioning transactions deemed against national interests.
Government Preparing Action Against Sonam Wangchuk Following Deadly Ladakh Protests: Financial Irregularities Alleged
Sep 25, 2025 07:46 pm CST
The Indian government is poised to act against Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk following violent protests in Leh that left four dead and 80 injured. Officials allege serious financial irregularities in Wangchuk's nonprofit organizations, including FCRA violations and potential money laundering, while the activist, who leads the Ladakh statehood movement, says he's prepared for arrest under the Public Safety Act.
From Innovator to Activist: Sonam Wangchuk's Journey from '3 Idiots' Inspiration to Ladakh Protest Leader
Sep 25, 2025 07:28 pm CST
Sonam Wangchuk, the innovative educator who inspired Aamir Khan's character in '3 Idiots' and won the Ramon Magsaysay Award, now faces government scrutiny for his role in Ladakh protests. This article explores his remarkable journey from educational reformer to environmental activist, the foundation of SECMOL, his pioneering Ice Stupa project, and his current campaign for Ladakh's constitutional safeguards amidst escalating tensions with authorities.