Ladakh's Agitation for Statehood: A March Towards Justice

Ladakh MP Mohmad Haneefa and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk lead a march to Delhi demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule safeguards for Ladakh. The agitation has been ongoing for four years, with key demands including local governance and recruitment processes. Talks with the central government have stalled.

Ladakh MP Mohmad Haneefa and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk are rallying together to push the Centre to resume talks over statehood and Sixth Schedule protections for Ladakh. The march, spearheaded by the Leh Apex Body, kicked off on September 1 and is set to reach Delhi on Monday evening.

The agitation, ongoing for four years, demands crucial safeguards including local governance structures, a public service commission for Ladakh, and immediate recruitment for vacant government posts to address rampant unemployment.

Despite multiple dialogues and the formation of a high-powered committee, talks with the central government have stalled since March, prompting Wangchuk and Haneefa to take decisive action through this march.

(With inputs from agencies.)