The Ladakh administration has broken its silence, dismissing allegations of victimisation against prominent activist Sonam Wangchuk and stating that his detention under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) was based on “credible inputs and documents.” Following violent clashes in Leh, tensions have been rising for weeks.

Who is Sonam Wangchuk and Why Was He Detained?

Known to many as the real-life ‘Phunsukh Wangdu’ from 3 Idiots, engineer and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has emerged as a prominent leader in Ladakh’s fight for statehood and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule. Following this, Wangchuk was detained under the NSA, a law that allows for preventive detention for months.

What Are the Administration’s Specific Allegations?

In a detailed statement, the

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