News Topic:Leh Apex Body

Three-day hunger strike begins in Kargil for statehood, Sixth Schedule

A three-day hunger strike began in Kargil on Saturday morning in support of four key demands including statehood for Ladakh and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule.

66-day hunger strike for Ladakh’s statehood ends

After a marathon 66-day hunger strike demanding statehood and constitutional protection for Ladakh, environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk announced the end of the strike.

Sonam Wangchuk vows to intensify struggle for Ladakh’s full statehood

Renowned environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, who recently concluded a 21-day fast in Leh, has pledged to escalate the movement for Ladakh's full statehood.

Leh witnesses shutdown amid inconclusive parleys for special status

The call for a bandh resonated strongly in Leh as various religious organizations rallied for the cause of Ladakh's special status.

Ladakh sub-committee meeting remains deadlocked

The latest session of the sub-committee convened to address Ladakh's pressing concerns concluded without a breakthrough.

Ladakh groups say ready for unconditional talks with Centre

Softening their stand, the groups spearheading the agitation in Ladakh said that they are ready to hold unconditional talks with New Delhi.

Leh Apex Body calls for mass rally, seeking constitutional safeguards for Ladakh

Eminent educationist and reformist from Ladakh, Sonam Wangchok is observing a hunger strike to protect the environment of Ladakh.

Shutdown observed in Ladakh to press for statehood demand

A complete shutdown was observed in Ladakh on a joint call given by Leh Apex body and Kargil democratic Alliance in favour of their demands.

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