Ladakh’s top official, Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta, says the Union Territory feels calm and normal these days, just weeks after a burst of violence shook the region. Speaking to on Friday, Gupta stressed that his administration stays on high alert to stop any troublemakers from stirring things up again.
The trouble hit on September 24, when clashes led to the tragic deaths of four young people. Gupta called it an “unfortunate” event and shared his deep sorrow. He pointed out that youths got caught up as pawns in the mess, and now officials are working hard to track down and deal with the real instigators—while making sure innocent folks stay safe.
Gupta made it clear: “The situation has come under control, with strong support from everyday people. But to keep Ladakh peaceful and stop repeats, we must identify those behind the violence.”
On the Ladakh Apex Body’s decision to skip talks with the central government, Gupta kept it simple. He said past issues in Ladakh always got fixed through dialogue, and that’s still the best path forward. “Only communication can solve all problems,” he added.
The conversation also touched on climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who’s been detained under the National Security Act (NSA). His wife recently wrote to the President and Prime Minister calling for his quick release. Gupta acknowledged the letter but explained that any moves by the Home Ministry rely on solid evidence. He praised Wangchuk’s positive contributions but stressed the need for a full probe into how violence exploded so fast in the usually peaceful area.
“If we hadn’t stopped it in an hour and a half, Leh could have burned,” Gupta warned. “We need to find out who was really pulling the strings.”
Tourism in Ladakh, a hotspot for adventure seekers and nature lovers, might worry some after the unrest. But Gupta reassured everyone: Things will bounce back soon. Locals blame a few bad actors for the bad vibes, and as a border state, Ladakh won’t let this happen again. He highlighted the region’s proud history, from standing firm in the 1965, 1971, and Kargil wars to the Galwan Valley clashes. “The loss of four lives is a hard lesson—we’ll investigate thoroughly.”
Opposition voices have slammed Wangchuk’s arrest, calling it unfair. Gupta pushed back, saying the public sees through attempts to divide the country, from past protests like Shaheen Bagh to newer tactics. He mentioned failed efforts to stir trouble by referencing Nepal or messing with Ladakh’s cultural roots. “A mistake happened, but it won’t repeat,” he vowed.
In a lighter note, Gupta celebrated the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) marking 100 years. He called it a rock-solid group with no room for caste bias or religious extremism, always putting the nation first since its 1925 founding by Dr. K.B. Hedgewar. As a longtime RSS volunteer, Gupta feels lucky for the values he’s gained there. “People who know it closely respect it deeply,” he said.
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