Leh clashes part of “deep-rooted conspiracy” to derail talks between Centre and Ladakh leadership, alleges ex-J-K DGP SP Vaid
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Former Jammu and Kashmir police chief SP Vaid has a strong warning about the recent violent clashes in Leh. He claims the unrest during activist Sonam Wangchuk’s ongoing hunger strike isn’t random—it’s a deliberate conspiracy to sabotage talks between Ladakh leaders and the Indian government.
Vaid pointed to Wangchuk’s own words, where he compared the Ladakh struggle to Nepal’s Gen Z protests and even the Arab Spring. “Just listen to Sonam Wangchuk talking about the Arab Spring and praising the Nepal government overthrow by Gen Z,” Vaid told on Wednesday. “This looks like a deep-rooted conspiracy. We need to identify those behind it and take strict action, like booking them under the Public Safety Act for stirring up violence.”
The timing raises red flags for Vaid. Four people died in the clashes, dozens more got injured, and vehicles and property burned. Talks between Ladakh groups and the Centre were set for October 6, with meetings proposed as early as September 25 or 26. “Why erupt into violence today, on the 24th, when the government is ready to negotiate?” Vaid asked. “This isn’t frustration—it’s a political plot. Who gains from this chaos? We must hold the real instigators accountable.”
He described the attacks as targeted hits: the BJP office went up in flames, the local Hill Council building burned, and CRPF police vehicles faced damage alongside public property. Vaid also slammed the Congress party for backing stone-pelting crowds and pushing for a shutdown. “They’re not helping; they’re trying to exploit the situation for political gain,” he said. “Authorities need to crack down hard.”
Vaid feels sorry for Ladakh’s youth, caught in the middle. “Politicians have misled them,” he explained. “These young people think they’re fighting for a just cause, but they’re being used. Issues like unemployment affect everyone, not just Ladakh. They should channel their energy through elected representatives to demand jobs and government schemes, not violence. Burning property won’t solve anything—it’s a tragic misuse of their passion.”
Sonam Wangchuk started his hunger strike on September 10, calling for Sixth Schedule protections and full statehood for Ladakh. What began as a peaceful protest turned ugly, leading to clashes with police and widespread damage.
The Ministry of Home Affairs says the Indian government has stayed engaged with groups like the Apex Body Leh and Kargil Democratic Alliance. They’ve held talks through a High-Powered Committee, its sub-groups, and informal sessions. Progress includes boosting reservations for Ladakh’s scheduled tribes from 45% to 84%, adding one-third seats for women in councils, recognizing Bhoti and Purgi as official languages, and kicking off hiring for 1,800 jobs.
Still, the ministry warns that some politically driven people aren’t happy with these steps. They’re working to disrupt the dialogue process in Ladakh.
Looking ahead, the High-Powered Committee plans its next full meeting for October 6. In the meantime, Ladakh leaders will sit down with officials on September 25 and 26 to keep the conversation going.
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