Photo: Times of IndiaWangchuk fears 'encounter' after accusing govt of Ladakh atrocities
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Sonam Wangchuk's fear of an "encounter" highlights the personal risk faced by activists who criticize the government over alleged human rights abuses in Ladakh.
Sonam Wangchuk, a climate activist, expressed concern on Thursday that he might face a lethal confrontation after publicly denouncing what he described as atrocities in Ladakh. His remarks come a year after an incident in which police opened fire on demonstrators in Leh, resulting in four deaths. Wangchuk warned that his outspoken criticism could put him at risk of a violent encounter with authorities, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding the region’s political and environmental issues. He called for attention to the alleged abuses and urged greater accountability from the government.
Ladakh, a union territory in northern India, has seen protests over government policies, and a police firing in Leh a year ago killed four demonstrators, raising concerns about state response to dissent.
- •Any official response or investigation into Wangchuk's allegations
- •Potential legal or police actions against Wangchuk
- •Further protests or statements from civil society groups in Ladakh