Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) announced a shutdown in Ladakh on June 23, accusing the Centre of reneging on agreements regarding legislative powers and constitutional safeguards. They warn of renewed agitation if demands for full statehood and Sixth Schedule status are not met.
Despite reservations from Ladakh representatives over meeting minutes, the Centre remains committed to constitutional safeguards under Article 371 and bureaucratic accountability to the political executive. Future discussions will define the scope and framework.
Ladakh representatives secured an in-principle understanding with the Centre for constitutional safeguards, drawing praise from J&K parties who lament their own region's 70-year struggle for similar rights and statehood restoration.
Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha accused the AAP-led Punjab government of using state machinery for political vendetta against MPs who joined the BJP. He alleged selective targeting through various agencies, presenting these concerns to the President. Another rebel MP, Sandeep Pathak, stated they sought constitutional safeguards from the President, who assured protection.
