Sonam Wangchuk and supporters were detained at Delhi's border while marching for Ladakh's statehood and rights. The police enforced prohibitory orders, prompting criticism from Rahul Gandhi.

In a renewed push for Ladakh’s environmental and constitutional rights, Ladakh MP Haji Hanifa arrived at the Singhu border between Delhi and Haryana on Tuesday, October 1, following the late-night detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk and several others.

Delhi Police detained Ladakh-based activist Sonam Wangchuk and 150 participants at Singhu border for allegedly violating prohibitory orders amid the 'Chalo Delhi Climate March.' Police cited concerns over potential disruptions due to the sensitive climate around various social issues as the reason for the action.

Calling the detention "unacceptable", Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said he "will have to listen to Ladakh’s voice."

The Delhi High Court rejected a public interest litigation (PIL) concerning the blockade at Singhu border. The bench directed petitioners to present their concern to the Delhi Police. The blockade, lasting over seven months despite the absence of protesting farmers,

Efforts to keep march from Leh to New Delhi non-controversial came to nought with the detention of hundred-odd Ladakhis on Monday evening

The 58-year-old was leading the 'Delhi Chalo Padyatra', which was organised by the Leh Apex Body (LAB), demanding Sixth Schedule status for the Union Territory of Ladakh. The march started from Leh on 1st September and was scheduled to reach Delhi on Monday evening.

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Delhi Police's detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and his supporters at the Singhu border, describing it as unacceptable.