Centre proposes unique governance model for Ladakh; Statehood demand persists
The Union Home Ministry has proposed a unique governance model for Ladakh, offering greater legislative, financial, and administrative powers within the existing Union Territory framework. This proposal, made during a meeting with the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), includes a legislature at the UT level and protection under Article 371. While the Centre is adamant against granting Sixth Schedule status, LAB co-convener Cherring Dorjay Lakruk stated that the demand for Statehood would continue, viewing the current offer as a step towards safeguarding land, employment, and environment. Discussions are ongoing to finalize the specifics of this arrangement.
Key Points
- The Union Home Ministry proposed a unique governance model for Ladakh, including a legislature at the UT level and Article 371 protection.
- The proposal was discussed with the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA).
- The Centre remains firm against granting Sixth Schedule status to Ladakh.
- Ladakh's civil society groups will continue to demand Statehood, viewing the current offer as an interim measure.
- The groups also raised concerns about the 2025 violence in Leh and demanded compensation and withdrawal of criminal cases.
Exam Facts
- Union Home Ministry.
- Civil society groups: Leh Apex Body (LAB), Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA).
- Constitutional provisions: Article 371, Sixth Schedule.
- LAB co-convener: Cherring Dorjay Lakruk.
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