'What Good Is My Win If Ladakh Loses?' Sonam Wangchuk Speaks Out After Jail Release

'What Good Is My Win If Ladakh Loses?' Sonam Wangchuk After Release From Jail

3/17/2026, 2:13:45 PM en source ↗

Summary

Climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk was released from Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after the Indian central government revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). Wangchuk, who had been held without trial under the stringent security law, questioned the meaning of his personal freedom while the broader cause of Ladakh's constitutional rights and statehood demands remains unresolved. His release follows sustained public pressure and legal challenges against his detention.

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The innovator-activist walked out of Jodhpur Central Jail on Saturday after the Centre revoked his detention under the National Security Act (NSA).