Leh, Sept 26: The Congress on Friday demanded a judicial probe into the killing of four youths during the violent protests that rocked Ladakh earlier this week.
In a post on X, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said:
“My colleague Nawang Rigzin Jora has written to the Lt Governor of Ladakh UT demanding a judicial enquiry into the killings of four young men in the protests on September 24th.”
The call for a judicial probe comes at a time when Ladakh is witnessing heightened unrest following massive demonstrations demanding statehood, constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule, and greater political representation.
Background
On September 24, protests in Leh turned violent after a shutdown call by local groups. The clashes led to the death of four youths and left nearly 90 others injured, prompting authorities to impose curfew in the town and deploy additional security forces.
Growing Political Pressure
With the detention of prominent activist Sonam Wangchuk and the cancellation of his NGO’s FCRA licence, political and civil society groups have accused the administration of using “repressive measures” rather than engaging with Ladakh’s genuine concerns.
Congress leaders said only a judicial probe can ensure transparency and accountability in the killings, stressing that the youth of Ladakh deserve justice.
