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Communist Party of India (CPI)

CPI Condemns the Arrest of Sonam Wangchuk and the Misuse of NSA in Ladakh

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The Communist Party of India strongly condemns the arrest of noted educationist and activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act following the recent protests in Ladakh. Invoking such a hash law against a citizen peacefully raising democratic demands for statehood and constitutional safeguards represents an unacceptable misuse of state power. This not only undermines the rights of the people of Ladakh but also reflects a dangerous trend of criminalising dissent and silencing democratic voices.


The CPI demands the immediate release of Sonam Wangchuk and all other activists detained in connection with the protests, along with the unconditional withdrawal of all false and fabricated charges against them. The Party further demands an independent and transparent inquiry into the firing incident in Leh, which led to the tragic loss of lives and injuries, ensuring that those responsible are held accountable.


The BJP government, which unilaterally abrogated Article 370 and bifurcated the erstwhile state of Jammu & Kashmir into Union Territories, bears direct responsibility for the turmoil and hardships faced by the people in this strategically sensitive region and should be held accountable. At the same time, the CPI urges the Government to initiate meaningful dialogue with all stakeholders in Ladakh and take urgent steps to bring back normalcy, peace, and confidence among the people.



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