SaralnamaIndia imposes curfew in Leh, Ladakh on after violent statehood protests. Four people died in clashes between police and protesters. Dozens were injured. A BJP office was set on fire. The government blamed activist Sonam Wangchuk for inciting violence, which he denies. Ladakh lost semi-autonomy in 2019 when split from Jammu and Kashmir. Both Buddhist and Muslim communities demand statehood and greater autonomy. Wangchuk ended his hunger strike and called for calm. The government claims talks with local leaders have yielded results. An investigation into the violence has begun. More meetings between protesters and officials are planned. (Updated 25 Sep 2025, 14:11 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- India imposes curfew in Leh, Ladakh on after violent statehood protests
- Four people died in clashes between police and protesters
- Dozens were injured