On August 5, 2019, India revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, leading to unrest in Ladakh, where local activist Sonam Wangchuk initially supported the change but later became a prominent protest leader against the lack of autonomy. Following violent clashes in September 2025, Wangchuk was arrested under the National Security Act, sparking further protests and tragic incidents, including the suicide of a supporter.
