The Central Government on Saturday revoked the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act with immediate effect.
In an official statement, the government said it remains committed to fostering an atmosphere of peace, stability, and mutual trust in Ladakh, with the aim of enabling constructive and meaningful dialogue with all stakeholders in the region. The statement added that, after due consideration, the government and the Ministry of Home Affairs decided to revoke Wangchuk’s detention as part of efforts to promote dialogue and ensure stability. The Centre also reiterated its commitment to providing all necessary safeguards for Ladakh.
Arrest Amid 2025 Protests
Wangchuk—an engineer, innovator, and education reformer from Ladakh—was detained by Ladakh Police on September 26, 2025, during a period of heightened tensions in the region.
His arrest came amid protests in Leh, where demonstrators were demanding statehood for Ladakh and constitutional protections under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India.
Authorities detained Wangchuk while he was on his way to address a press conference. He was subsequently booked under the National Security Act for allegedly inciting unrest during the protests, which reportedly resulted in four deaths and nearly 90 injuries. Officials described him as a “chief provocateur” in what they termed a sensitive border region.
Legal Challenge
The detention was later challenged before the Supreme Court of India by his wife, Tsering Angmo, during hearings held in January and February 2026.
During the proceedings, the Centre defended its decision, stating that the detention had been necessary to restore normalcy in the region and that all legal procedures had been followed.
Wangchuk had spent more than 140 days in custody at Jodhpur Jail before the government ultimately revoked the detention order.
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