Wangchuk Holds Fast; Omar Slams Centre Over Ladakh-J&K Double Standards

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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike in Leh, prompting the Leh Apex Body to postpone a planned trip to Delhi. The Central government has agreed to explore Article 371-like constitutional safeguards for Ladakh's elected body. Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticised the Centre, questioning why Ladakh is being offered constitutional protections while J&K's statehood remains denied. Abdullah called out what he described as double standards in the Centre's approach to the two regions. He also alleged that the BJP had approached a National Conference MLA with an offer to switch political sides.

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