Kargili says Wangchuk’s arrest strengthened Ladakh movement, calls timing ‘politically driven’

In a powerful conversation, Member of the Kargil Democratic Alliance Sajjad Hussain Kargili breaks his silence on the growing anger in Ladakh. Kargili says BJP betrayed Ladakh’s promise of statehood and Sixth Schedule protection, leaving people disempowered and voiceless.He defends activist Sonam Wangchuk, calling his arrest “politically timed,” and accuses the government of trying to silence Ladakh’s voice. From protest shootings to Ladakh’s call for autonomy, Kargili says the movement is indigenous, peaceful, and unstoppable.