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Ladakh Administration Defends Action Against Sonam Wangchuk: Claims Based on Credible Evidence, Not Victimization
Oct 01, 2025 03:13 am CST
The Ladakh administration has officially responded to allegations regarding actions taken against activist Sonam Wangchuk, stating they are based on substantial evidence rather than persecution. Officials cite ongoing investigations into financial irregularities at HIAL, unauthorized degree issuance, and alleged inflammatory statements. Despite government willingness for dialogue, authorities claim Wangchuk's continued hunger strike appears politically motivated.
Inside Jodhpur Jail: Sonam Wangchuk's Detention and the Growing Protest Movement for Ladakh Statehood
Sep 27, 2025 04:13 pm CST
Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk has been transferred to the high-security Jodhpur jail under the National Security Act following recent protests. This historic prison, known for housing high-profile inmates, becomes the center of controversy as supporters protest his detention and the government revokes his organization's foreign funding permissions amidst growing tensions over Ladakh's constitutional status.
Sonam Wangchuk Disputes Government Allegations Following Violent Ladakh Protests and FCRA Cancellation
Sep 26, 2025 01:35 am CST
Acclaimed activist Sonam Wangchuk challenges central government's narrative about his role in recent Ladakh protests that left four dead. He denies inciting violence and explains the legitimacy of his organization's international transactions after authorities canceled SECMOL's foreign funding permissions. The 2018 Ramon Magsaysay Award winner remains committed to peaceful advocacy for Ladakh statehood despite escalating tensions.
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.