Fight For Ladakh Statehood | Sonam Wangchuk on 21-day Hunger Strike | Exclusive On India Today

In an impressive demand for environmental protection and democracy, the renowned innovator and activist Sonam Wangchuk has embarked on a 21-day Hunger Strike. In an interview, Wangchuk asserts his nonviolent protest by self-infliction of hardship in frigid Ladakh, intended to 'melt the hardest stone hearts in government.' With a concurrent call for nationwide support on 17th March, Wangchuk emphasizes the urgency of safeguarding Ladakh's unique ecosystem and securing democratic rights for its indigenous populations. His protest underscores the broken election promises and the continued struggle for legitimate representation in the northernmost region of India. #sonamwangchuk #climatefast #ladakhprotest #17thmarchprotest #environment #democracy #hungerstrike #ladakhstatehood
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LADAKH is Crown 👑 of INDIA. EVERY INDIAN WITH LADAKH .SAVE LADAKH, SAVE ENVIRONMENT.

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Share this video as much as we can

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Sahi baat hai Bhai bjp ko vote dete hain But agar iss maamle ko jaldi clear nhi Kiya toh bhar bhar ke gali denge 💀

[@kusheswar]

इसका मतलब क्या कि अब लद्दाख आपको भी अलग राज्य बना दे

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yes

[@rahultriveditrivedi5451]

@@AyushRai-gy6wm me jo is bar bjp ko vote dene wala hu 💀

[@jimmyangmo8503]

He still has that brave smiling face despite of this hardship...OUR HERO ,HERO OF LADAKH 🙌

[@NissarHussain-xv7wg]

Prayers of voiceless people are with him❤

[@marcinmm3644]

This is all politics. ​​⁠yes thats how they start in name of an activist. He is working on behalf of kashmir political parties. If ladakh gets statehood, JNK will also demand statehood which will again bring terrorism & destruction back. Govt will do when it is right time.

[@ignatiusarengh3200]

Drama! Hello Cowdung brain BJP IT Cell Insider that's how BJP came in power by protesting against the ruling authority even Congress even TMC even AAP. Every political party in India started with a strike against centre government. Take your nonsense away and shove it in your Ass. ​@marcinmm3644 ​@@marcinmm3644

[@darkshadow2443]

@@marcinmm3644Government put it in its manifesto in 2019 that it will give 6th schedule 5 years have happened since then they have done nothing.They are giving just dates.

[@marcinmm3644]

@@darkshadow2443 it is not a paper stamp, it needs to laid out whole structure and planning which takes time. And i think it wont be given until Jammu & Kashmir comes to full stability. Otherwise, making Ladakh state will intensify demands to give JnK statehood which will bring destruction back to valley. They better wait until dynasties like Abdullahs and Muftis come to an end.

[@user-pe2lf1uo4v]

Mr Sonam Wangchuk is gems of India he is real Hero of Ladakh God bless you sir

[@deveshsharma927]

This kind of leadership is very rare in India now, Sonam wangchuk is doing a great job. We support him❤🙏🏻

[@marcinmm3644]

This is all politics. ​​⁠yes thats how they start in name of an activist. He is working on behalf of kashmir political parties. If ladakh gets statehood, JNK will also demand statehood which will again bring terrorism & destruction back. Govt will do when it is right time.

[@marcinmm3644]

Another kejriwal in making.

[@deveshsharma927]

@@marcinmm3644 BJP ka IT cell aapse subah 4 baje Tak kaam karata hai. Bahut dukhad baat hai.

[@vidhanbhardwaj5863]

​@@deveshsharma927 baat to sahi hai 6th schedule is the same as 370 just with less stipulations

[@marcinmm3644]

@@deveshsharma927 12 years ago we have seen this drama, previously kejriwal and many more in 90s. In every decade, such dramebaaz comes. Kejriwal used to fast for 15 days and sleep on the road in the name of saving Delhi and saving country. And as soon as he got famous, he made party and today his bungalow is renovated for 50 crores.

[@shaistaahmed4145]

Sonam wangchok is gems of India. We need that type of people.please support them.

[@tenzinpadma9382]

True

[@LoLYouSayWhat]

Modi Shah ko bhol ke dekho 😂

[@Gig-tsog_leh]

​@@LoLYouSayWhat Modi is chor.....Modi murdabad

[@marcinmm3644]

This is all politics. ​​⁠yes thats how they start in name of an activist. He is working on behalf of kashmir political parties. If ladakh gets statehood, JNK will also demand statehood which will again bring terrorism & destruction back. Govt will do when it is right time.

[@ttenji8999]

​@@marcinmm3644Are you out of your mind? Giving ladakh doesn't automatically make JNK eligible to get it too. Both are different places . You'll do anything to support industrialists trying to mine away at our mountains and will never criticise the current government.Shame

[@iamkshitij5577]

Thank India today to support

[@LbsnaaWale]

Wah 😊 Thanku for sharing this 😊😊❤

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You are everywhere 😂😂

[@mohdalitambis1278]

Save Ladakh,save mountain,save environment and save democracy

[@rigzinnamgail7330]

Thank India today for bringing our (border region) Ladakh's issues before the people of greater India. We are urging India to save us by saving our fragile ecosystem so that we can last for longer 🙏🙏🙏

[@emmanueljames1606]

How will motabhai react😂😂.

[@noiiir7312]

There's no need to beg, you are fighting for your right

[@PrithaBhowmick-cb1cz]

​@@emmanueljames1606 rice bag he already spoke with him

[@metokla7781]

Tashi Delek Sonam Wangchuk la! As I am a Tibetan, I truly appreciate and support your work, what you are doing now! Watching this from New York! I think for this matter, Indian government should take action on this matter, especially, Prime Minister Modi should take the quick action against this matter! So, wake up Modi ji and Indian government!!! 🙏

[@khrawbryan]

It's the Government,BJP, who's turning a blind eye to this. They have made promises after promises but to no avail or action.

[@mdrashid61494]

I Stand with Sonam Wangchuk SAVE LADAKH

[@Kesang11]

Let's support ladakh, together we can make a difference.

[@LadakhJobsUpdateofficial]

Thanks for supporting us❤

[@Ajayk346]

Whole indians are supporting ladakh❤

[@imtiyazhussain2718]

Thanks alot India Today for covering our issues... Thanks for interviewing our great leader Ka Sonam Wangchuk Thanks from bottom of our heart Big Big Thanks... Jai Hind Jai Bhim🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@uneedtech8]

Soman Wangchuk , such a humble man and he is much more patriotic than millions of Indians. Support him unconditionally to save the Ladakh 🙏🙏

[@negishubham9537]

We the people from mountains. We stand with ladakh. Save mother nature. Save Earth ✨🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@DDARYAN-vj1qu]

Hamara Jaan hai sonam wangchuk hamara hath hai Sanam wangchuk hamara god ha Sonam wangchuk🙏🙏🙏💪💪💪

[@Anil2023yadav]

मैं सोनम वांगचुक की मांग का जोरदार समर्थन करता हूं क्योंकि इनकी मांग उचित है। राधे राधे जी

[@marcinmm3644]

This is all politics. ​​⁠yes thats how they start in name of an activist. He is working on behalf of kashmir political parties. If ladakh gets statehood, JNK will also demand statehood which will again bring terrorism & destruction back. Govt will do when it is right time.

[@RandomHindustaniNo.1]

​@@marcinmm3644A re A 💩 Don't comment again in any reply BC.

[@madhavjha1]

Please support sonam wangchok for his sacrifices he is fighting for truth.....❤❤❤

[@dorjeymatu8784]

Long live Sonam Wangchuk, and thank you India Today ...

[@m.h.7048]

Thanks for raising our voice sir we need immediate protection under schedule sixth of the Indian constitution all is not well in our Ladakh.

[@dolkerstanzin4219]

Not only ladakh whole India need such gem person !Save ladakh save nature and may truth shall prevail !

[@positivevibe3630]

I support and wish good health n pray for Ladhak . Jai Hind jai Ladakh jai GORKHA ❤

[@khadeemhussain2823]

Thanks Rajdeep sardesai sir I am from ladakh kargil and my demand is six schedule statehood land protection

[@tashigysl5563]

Thanks for support ladakh 🙏🙏🙏

[@dechandorjey6373]

Thanks sir India today, We want six schedule for Ladakh 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@hellboundtruck123]

Thank you, rajdeep, your kindness will not be forgotten. Thank you for covering this, from Ladakh 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@meeleemeehu]

Sonam wangchuk we are with you with huge respect❤

[@jaydeuri5705]

And media will never ask any questions to government 😢

[@khugutharpa7445]

Thanks to India today for raising Ladakhi people voice. We Ladakhi want to save our's fragile eco systems... I heartily request to all people Please do support for Ladakh.....

[@KRISHNASINGH-mm9po]

The voice needs to be spread all across Bharat.

[@lt-ladak3344]

Heartily appreciate ur concerns for the people of Ladakh and our demand . Thank u so very much Rajdeep sir for having Mr Sonam wangchuk on ur news.

[@jmzbondm]

I'm surprised a major News Channel finally picked up on the Ladakh issue. Did India Today not receive anything this month?

[@krisgopi_8]

Hopefully Rajdeep ex colleague Arnab G also do an interview with Sonam wangchuk. Hope he does.

[@xyzatin]

Thanks for covering this.

[@Goldybra36inch]

Bro donate to Sonam wangchuk not this news channels they already earn in crores

[@xyzatin]

​@@Goldybra36inch Hi, I think Sonam Wangchuk do not need donation. His/Our agenda is different and I donated just because this channel dared to present the truth. That's all. Thanks.

[@Samratchoudhary0430]

Thanks Rajdeep sir for supporting Ladakh movement. Thanks a lot sir.

[@mangalchandra4498]

Ladakh must need a safeguard under the sixth scheduled. Salute u Mr sonam Wangchuk. Go ahead . We all are with u.

[@tsewangnamgyal5519]

Thank you sir for supporting us and save ladakh...

[@mohinicoder]

at least someone is talking about it.. shame on our government. I have changed my voting decision.

[@mohit_10]

Hats off brother , hope this video will be the eye opener for many more

[@abilrai2544]

Good brother

[@tsewangdorjai4684]

Sh Sonam Wangchok Zendabad we want 6th schedule ❤Thankyou India Today👍

[@user-me8lb3tt5s]

Thank you India today support ladakh 🎉🎉😢😢

[@yeshitsewang]

We fought together with every war in the land of Ladakh.. we are untrained Indian army and we will always stand with nation but our demands should be fulfilled..

[@RoonC-wu5ym]

of course bro! sonam wangchuk was the first to advocate boycott china...his inventions help the indian army even now! no one is calling you anti national...u have all the right to protest...india stands with u guys

[@montainerhumanitarian325]

Thanks to India today for coverage in important news. ☸️☸️☸️ Other mainstream media are also support to coverage such as important news. Save Ladakh. Help Ladakh. ☸️☸️☸️

[@tsewangdolma228]

WHOLE NATION.... support this MOVEMENT ...thanks to INDIA TODAY

[@CHHOGZES8350]

Thanks you sir for raising genuine demands of tribal people of ladakhs

[@skarmatsendoo3685]

Thanks sir Sonam wangchuk zindabat and save ladakh please sir Ji hand

[@aaadolllllllllll]

Thank you India today

[@tashiladakh7048]

Great person, important for nation

[@rupampandey9728]

The smile on his face in this terrible situation is the quality of a great leader❤

[@tseringpunchok7452]

More power to you sir. Government should listen and respond to this genuine demand.

[@user-jn2tk8df7k]

Thank you supporting Ladakh news today

[@ananyadhand1980]

Lets all please support this cause and stand with Mr. Sonam Wangchuk! And thank you India Today for being one of the very few who atleast gave him a platform to speak.

[@user-gq3cq6qw4p]

SAVE LADAKH , SAVE MANIPUR 🇮🇳 STRONG STRON STRONG SUPPORT TO SHRI WANGCHUK JI 🙏

[@HARTIKGIDWANI]

Thank you for coverage of this news

[@tenzinchimath7766]

Thanks you so much ❤❤❤❤

[@nabingurung182]

Great job India Today & team, Thank you for such important news 📰 Please Support Ladakh and Manipur 🇮🇳🫶 💕 & save both of them..

[@tseringdolker3304]

Plzz support for ladakh We also support our hero sonam wangchuk ❤

[@gopinathrao01]

We all love you and we are concerned about your health, please stop this agitation/hunger strike for the time being 🙏🏻

[@shivoham6777]

Gov has to fulfil his all legal demands

[@ttopten52]

Thank you so much India today to support our demands, it’s not about only Ladakh safety it’s about whole country…

[@diptisharma7557]

Thanks for Sonam Sir interview

[@Kasang129]

We Salute and Stand With Mr Wangchuk.

[@visheshrao5629]

Was not expecting this from 'India Today', kudos to Rajdeep and team. Ladakh deserves the federalism guaranteed by the constitution, its delicate ecosystems are home to extremely endangered species like snow leopards. The rampant & unplanned exploitation of resources there will guarantee its trajectory similar to that of Uttarakhand and Himachal.

[@minjmaxvlog5006]

Thank you for the support 🎉😊

[@fearlessskywinjigyal9644]

Thank you so much for India Today news for showing this movement of the Ladakh issue. Behalf of all the ladakhi people I would like to say thank you again....a lot of love from us....'

[@MDARIF-ux9hp]

नेता हो तो श्री सोनाम वांगचूकजी जैसा... जो है एक बहुत ही बुद्धिमान, ज्ञानी, साहसी, नि: स्वार्थ, उदाहरणीय शिक्षित होने के साथ साथ हैं बिल्कुल ही इमान्दार शख्स जिनपर सारा लद्दाखी लोग सिर्फ भरोसा ही नहीं करते बल्कि जिनपर मर्ने मिटने को तयार हैं और अपने जानमाल से प्यारे मान्छे है...He is really a greatly respected n committed LEADER in all respect for LADDAKHI PEOPLE. N geographical existence of the land of LADAKH Jurisdiction. Nodoubt he is an exemplary leader.

[@xahumalla2986]

Thankx India Today 🙏

[@skalzangnamgyal2151]

Thanks India Today to covering our issue ......ka Sonam wangchuk real hero of ladakh 🙏🙏🙏

[@parulagarwal6717]

Thanks Rajdeep Sir for having Mr Sonam on your prestigious channel 🙏 The voice of Ladakh must be heard throughout the nation It's so saddening that no other National media is giving coverage of the protest!

[@asmi1999]

Thanks India Today for bringing this issue... We support you Sonam Wangchuk sir..... Keep going... We will definitely win

[@HaiderBema]

Thank you india today support to Ladakh and Sonam wangchuk Ladakh Hero

[@SSFMominAk47]

Plz Save the Ladakh😢 Sonam Wangchuk is a real hero.

[@bpff7492]

Save ladakh .we are with you sonum wangchuk

[@Stanzin0]

Thank you! Ka Sonam Wangchuk is our Hero

[@whatever-fx5gz]

💐With LADAKH

[@sonamcholligoo4456]

Thank you for supporting ladakh 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@garimachandel4868]

A big thank to India Today for arising this movement. Sonam sir, we all are with you.. 🪔

[@valeriusekka9927]

Sonam Wangchuk we are with you.

[@skunfan007]

Thanks for supporting Ladakh 🙏

[@dwk8979]

Plz SAVE LADAKH,,,WE WANT SIX SCHEDULE 😢😢😢

[@SAmonTokiumong]

*People of Ladakh are so fortunate to have Sonam Wangchuk. Let his voice be heard by the Government and may the dreams and aspirations of the people of Ladakh achieve soon.* 🙏🏻👍🏼

[@paromeetamukherjee9143]

Ladakh is such an unique and amazing state...I'm absolutely in support Sonam Wangchuk sir's demand of Statehood and inclusion under 6th schedule.

[@syedibu3900]

Thanks to India today 🙏 coverage ladakhis voice.

[@jikmetladakh9579]

Thank you sir ….please support ladakh

[@geetinath]

We all must support Mr Sonam Wangchuk.He must be given a fair hearing.

[@puneetmehta8758]

As an Indian I Thank for covering this

[@waseem8088ahmed]

Thanks for true news...... ❤this is what media

[@syedibu3900]

Sonam Wangchuk is our voice.

[@thunderbeast2891]

We will support ladakh ❤🔥💪

[@user-vw4dk4cc2d]

Thank you Indian today for covering this news

[@anildivakaran3595]

Solidarity 🎉

[@tafaazulsahraan1304]

Thank for Support and Stand with Ladakh for their rights .

[@adhilambattu5426]

Finally saw news coverage of this, so sad how many news channels are obviously avoiding covering this struggle 😢😢😢😢

[@EducatedIndian_I_]

Thank you for making this video on the climate fast of Sonam Wangchuk and 250 people who still with them🇮🇳

[@furrysfriend5150]

Thank you, sir.

[@jigmetsamstan8351]

Ladakhis have played a significant role in supporting the Indian Army in all battles fought in the Ladakh region. Their knowledge of the terrain, resilience, and dedication have been invaluable assets for the Indian Army in navigating the challenging landscape and defending the borders. Additionally, Ladakhis have also contributed to the armed forces through recruitment and serving in various capacities, further enhancing the defense capabilities in the region. Ladakh's demand for inclusion in the 6th Schedule stems from a desire for greater autonomy and protection of their cultural identity, particularly in the face of demographic changes and developmental concerns. The 6th Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides special provisions for the administration of tribal areas in certain states, granting them autonomy in governance and preservation of their customs, traditions, and land rights. Ladakhis seek similar protections to safeguard their unique identity and address the specific needs of their region, especially following the reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir into separate union territories in 2019, which led to concerns about potential loss of local control and cultural dilution.

[@infi44]

Hero of Ladakh. Love from UP.

[@lcmkids7917]

India today great work u r only one of media who stand with wangchuk and ladakh great...

[@syedshabirhussain3907]

Also snowing ❤

[@user-ql7mo9nh8w]

Safety of Ladakh is security of the whole Nation! Ladakh is the northern most tip of India, bordering, Pakistan, Afghanistan and present day China, So, If the head is peril, it will have repercussions beyond imagination and hope evil forces won’t take advantage of it! Thank you Rajdeep for the truth!

[@dolmalamo1336]

We ladakhi people are proud of you sir Sonam Wangchuk ly. Request everyone to support us to get democracy in Ladakh.

[@asaikumar2002]

Very genuine demand from the people of Ladakh. Their rights should be protected.