Ladakh Activist Wangchuk Set for Rajghat Visit Following Hospital Discharge
Renowned environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk plans to pay homage at the Gandhi memorial before ending his protest journey in the capital. The move follows his recent medical release after days of detention and a hunger strike.
Strategic Pause at Rajghat
Following his release from medical supervision, Ladakhi climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has confirmed his immediate itinerary involves a symbolic stop at Rajghat. Before the activist departs Delhi to return to his home region in the Himalayas, he intends to pay his respects at the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. This visit serves as a transition point for the campaigner, who has been at the center of recent civil demonstrations regarding the administrative status of Ladakh.
The Road Back to the Mountains
Wangchuk’s journey to the capital was marked by a march from Leh, aimed at securing constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory. After a period of detention and a subsequent stay in a healthcare facility, his discharge marks the end of this current phase of his activism in the city. The schedule for his return includes:
- A formal tribute at the site of Gandhi's cremation to honor the principles of non-violence.
- A logistical transition from the National Capital Region back to Northern India.
- Continued advocacy for the Sixth Schedule protections for the fragile mountain environment.
The activist has maintained that his mission remains focused on environmental and political autonomy for his people, using the quiet dignity of Rajghat as a final message before his departure.
Source: NDTV — Top Stories
