Ladakh statehood activist Sonam Wangchuk has been arrested on charges of allegedly inciting a mob with provocative statements.
His arrest follows violence two days ago in the region that resulted in four deaths and over 50 injuries , including security personnel.
Context of the Arrest
Incitement Allegations: Mr. Wangchuk, a Ramon Magsaysay Award winner, has been vocal in his demand for statehood for Ladakh . The allegations against him center on his role in inciting a mob amid the recent tension.
FCRA Cancellation: The arrest also comes just one day after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) cancelled the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) registration of his non-profit organization, the Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh (SECMOL). This