Sonam Wangchuk Removed From Protest Site By Ladakh Police Amid Polls Row

Ladakh Police removed Leh Apex Body member and climate activist <b>Sonam Wangchuk</b> from a protest site and escorted him to his residence late Wednesday evening. The police action followed concerns raised by Wangchuk and leaders from the Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance regarding hill council elections scheduled for December 4. According to an official police statement, the action complied with prohibitory orders issued by the Chief Electoral Officer and District Magistrate in Leh. Authorities cited regulations on public rallies and gatherings during the ongoing election exercise, advising Wangchuk to stay at his residence under preventive measures.