"Wangchuk, 59, an environmental advocate who became a key figure in Ladakh's movement for greater autonomy, was held in September and later charged with the NSA, following protests that left four people dead and dozens wounded. New Delhi had blamed the violence on provocative speeches by Wangchuk, who had been on a hunger strike demanding either full federal statehood for Ladakh or constitutional protections for its tribal communities, land and fragile environment."
"The Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement on Saturday it had decided to end Wangchuk's detention under India's National Security Act (NSA) with immediate effect after due consideration. The Home Ministry said it remained committed to fostering an environment of peace, stability, and mutual trust in Ladakh and having meaningful dialogue with all stakeholders."
"Under the NSA, a suspect can be detained for up to 12 months without being formally charged. It is not clear if the charges against Wangchuk were dropped. The decision also comes as the Supreme Court continues to hear a petition filed by Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, challenging the legality of his detention."
Sonam Wangchuk, a 59-year-old environmental advocate and key figure in Ladakh's autonomy movement, was arrested in September and detained under India's National Security Act following protests that resulted in four deaths and dozens of injuries. Authorities attributed the violence to his provocative speeches during a hunger strike demanding either full federal statehood for Ladakh or constitutional protections for its tribal communities, land, and environment. The Ministry of Home Affairs ended his detention with immediate effect after six months, citing commitment to peace and dialogue with stakeholders. The Supreme Court was hearing a petition challenging the legality of his detention when he was released. His legal status regarding charges remains unclear.
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