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Ladakh’s prominent environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk remains at the centre of national attention as the Supreme Court of India has postponed the hearing on the petition filed by his wife challenging his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). The matter will now be taken up on December 8, 2025.
The petition argues that the authorities relied on outdated and irrelevant cases to justify the detention and calls for Wangchuk’s immediate release. His family has expressed hope that the upcoming hearing will bring clarity to the situation.
Meanwhile, over the past week, several fake videos and misleading social media claims suggesting Wangchuk had died in custody went viral. Fact-checkers and his wife have strongly refuted these rumours, confirming that he is “safe and sound” and urging the public not to fall for misinformation that may create unnecessary panic.
Wangchuk, known globally for innovations such as the Ice Stupa project and his long-standing work in education through SECMOL, has also received international recognition this year. TIME Magazine recently included him among the 100 Most Influential Climate Leaders of 2025, highlighting his contributions to sustainable solutions in the Himalayan region.
His detention in September, following unrest during protests in Leh over statehood and constitutional safeguards for Ladakh, has sparked widespread discussions both within the Union Territory and across the country. Many in Ladakh continue to follow developments closely, viewing Wangchuk as a key voice advocating environmental protection and democratic rights for the region.
As the new hearing date approaches, residents across Ladakh await further legal updates, hoping for clarity and a peaceful resolution to the ongoing situation.
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