At least four individuals were killed and dozens injured in Ladakh on Wednesday following a violent confrontation between protesters demanding statehood for the region and police. The clashes erupted near the China border, prompting a response from the Ladakh administration. The Buddhist-Muslim enclave, formerly part of Jammu and Kashmir, has initiated protests seeking autonomy and improved job opportunities for residents. Activist Sonam Wangchuk led the protesters, advocating for the establishment of a separate Ladakh state. The situation is currently under control, with authorities focusing on containing the unrest and assessing the extent of the damage.
Credits: News – South China Morning Post
