IMRAN NISSAR Prayers and protests in Leh Ladakh’s Leh town is witnessing a rare post-violence crackdown on activists

• Leh, Ladakh, is experiencing a significant crackdown on activists and youth demanding Statehood and Sixth Schedule inclusion following violent protests resulting in four deaths and numerous injuries.

• The violence escalated after climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike, leading to his detention under the National Security Act and a curfew imposed in Leh.

• Eyewitness accounts highlight shocking scenes during the protests, with security forces using excessive force, leaving many injured, including students.

• Local demands include Statehood, Sixth Schedule rights, and recruitment facilities to address high unemployment and bureaucratic issues.

• Residents express fear of losing demographic control and local culture due to outside influences and industrial initiatives like renewable energy projects.

• The tourism industry, crucial to the local economy, is severely impacted by recent unrest, with many businesses suffering from declining visitor numbers.

• The ongoing violence has also hindered scheduled elections for the local Hill Development Council, raising concerns about governance in the region.

• Activists emphasize their commitment to peaceful protests despite the violence, asserting pride in their Indian identity while advocating for ecological preservation and local rights.

Activist crackdown Ladakh is important topic for Civil service exam (WBCS).

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