A movement demanding statehood for Ladakh turned violent on Wednesday, leaving four people dead and at least 80 injured, including 40 police officers.

Authorities imposed a curfew in Leh after street clashes and arson broke out. The violence forcing climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his two-week hunger strike calling for statehood and the extension of the Sixth Schedule to Ladakh.

The government blamed Wangchuk for the unrest , alleging his “provocative statements” and the actions of “politically motivated” groups unhappy with ongoing negotiations between officials and Ladakhi representatives had incited protesters.

Read the full statement by the Ministry of Home Affairs:

A hunger strike was started by Sh Sonam Wangchuk on 10-09-2025 stating the demand of 6th schedule and st

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