Statehood and 6th Schedule Demand in Ladakh:
Protests were organised in Leh and Kargil demanding full statehood for Ladakh, 6th schedule status, dedicated Public Services Commission (PSC) and 2 Parliamentary seats for Ladakh.The protests were jointly organised by the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) to protect local land and cultural rights.Ladakh seeks Statehood and Sixth Schedule status to address a “representation deficit” and protect its 97% tribal population and fragile ecology.While the government cites strategic security and constitutional hurdles as concerns, measures like strengthening LAHDCs and ensuring domicile-based recruitment are vital.A balanced, phased approach is essential for regional stability
