1. Ladakh Apex Body warns of bigger agitation if September 9 talks fail

Ladakh Apex Body warns of bigger agitation if September 9 talks fail

India

  • Leh Apex Body LAB warns of a bigger agitation if the September 9 talks with the Ministry of Home Affairs MHA fail to deliver concrete progress.
  • Ladakh groups are seeking statehood, Sixth Schedule status and constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory.
  • The proposed Kargil-Leh foot march has been deferred for now, giving the Centre and Ladakh leaders space for talks.
  • The talks come amid continuing tensions over Ladakh’s political autonomy and demands for greater protection of its land, culture and environment.

Source: hindustantimes.com

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