Tag: Sonam Wangchuk

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Democracy denied in Ladakh: Pashmina march cancellation exposes Modi Govt’s disregard for environmental concerns

While India is set to practice world’s biggest festival of democracy, the people of Ladakh has been denied the basic right to protest against ignorant policies that threatens the fragile … Continue reading Democracy denied in Ladakh: Pashmina march cancellation exposes Modi Govt’s disregard for environmental concerns

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Ladakh’s fight for the Sixth Schedule: A battle for cultural identity and environmental preservation

Today marks the 10th day of the hunger strike by Ladakhi activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a 21-day hunger strike, protesting for environmental preservation, democratic rights, and the … Continue reading Ladakh’s fight for the Sixth Schedule: A battle for cultural identity and environmental preservation