Ladakh Statehood Crisis: Government Releases 26 Protesters as Goodwill Gesture Amid Ongoing Tensions

Oct 02, 2025 03:45 pm CST

The Indian government has released 26 protesters detained during recent Ladakh violence as a conciliatory gesture, while regional leaders continue to demand statehood, constitutional safeguards, and the release of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk. The goodwill move comes amid tensions following violent protests that resulted in four deaths and deepening political discord over Ladakh's union territory status established in 2019.