Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk welcomed the Centre's outreach for dialogue, stressing the need for a 'win-win' outcome for Ladakh's political demands.
Addressing a press conference in Delhi, Wangchuk said the government's extension of hands to build trust and initiate 'meaningful, constructive dialogue' was a step in the right direction.
However, he underlined that the outcome must go beyond symbolic engagement, seeking a 'win-win-win' where Ladakh, the government, and the larger causes they represent all benefit.
Wangchuk was detained for nearly six months under the National Security Act (NSA) but was released after the Centre revoked his detention with immediate effect.
He expressed willingness to set aside personal grievances in favour of a broader resolution and reaffirmed his faith in democratic institutions, suggesting that a formal court judgment in the case could help set precedents for the use and misuse of stringent laws.
Wangchuk emphasized that protests in Ladakh have consistently centred on initiating talks with the Centre on key demands, including statehood and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule.
He indicated willingness to adopt a flexible approach but cautioned against any one-sided arrangement, saying negotiations are about give and take.
Wangchuk plans to travel to Ladakh and consult with leaders of the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, reiterating his commitment to non-violent methods.
