Why Sonam Wangchuk's detention under NSA was revoked
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife had challenged his detention under the National Security Act, but the Supreme Court dismissed her plea after the government ended his detention on March 14.
The Ministry of Home Affairs said ongoing protests in Ladakh were disrupting student life, local businesses, and tourism, so they decided to revoke his detention after talking with stakeholders.
Wangchuk's 6-month detention, statehood protests in Ladakh
Wangchuk was detained last September for allegedly stirring up youth protests over Ladakh statehood and special protections. He spent almost six months in Jodhpur jail.
Ladakh experienced curfews and internet blackouts, while more than 100 young people were arrested.
His release on March 14 was celebrated by local groups as a big win for their movement.
The government said it made the call after reviewing how much unrest was affecting daily life in Ladakh.