Ladakh Protests: Why the peaceful land of cold desert is burning and what led to the violence

Violence erupted in Ladakh during protests for statehood and Sixth Schedule extension, resulting in four deaths and numerous injuries. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk halted his hunger strike as a curfew was imposed in Leh. The Centre alleges that provocative statements fueled the unrest, while assuring commitment to Ladakh's aspirations through constitutional safeguards and ongoing talks with Ladakhi groups.