Wangchuk seeks Amit Shah's resignation over Leh violence, fears might be killed in 'encounter'
Referring to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s demand for Mr. Shah’s resignation over police action against students at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, Mr. Wangchuk supported the call but questioned Mr. Gandhi's silence over the situation in Ladakh.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah to resign in the wake of violent clashes in Leh last year that resulted in the death of four individuals. Addressing a gathering on the first anniversary of the incident, Wangchuk expressed fear that he might be targeted in an encounter following his outspoken criticism of the government's handling of the situation.
He demanded that the judicial inquiry report into the events of September 24, 2025, be made public and threatened to form an independent people's tribunal if the report is not released. Wangchuk alleged that security personnel used automatic weapons, including AK-47s, against local youths during the protests, branding them as "anti-national."
He supported Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's demand for Shah's resignation over the police action at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi but questioned Gandhi's silence on the Leh violence. Wangchuk also linked the incident to Ladakh's longstanding demands for constitutional safeguards and promised justice for the region, emphasizing that the situation in Ladakh is contrary to democratic aspirations.
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