Why is Ladakh protesting? | Faye D'Souza

Sonam Wangchuk has been on a hunger strike for over a week now. Wangchuk continues to press for his demand for constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory of Ladakh and protection of ecologically fragile Ladakh’s ecosystem from industrial and mining lobbies. Faye D’souza breaks down what why he is protesting
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Researcher: Sara Varghese
Video Editor: Subhankar Singh Samanta
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[@priyamitran8195]

Thank you, Faye, for highlighting this. It has been disconcerting that Mr. Wangchuk has to resort to this extreme measure and there is silence in the mainstream media.

[@tenzinpadma9382]

True mam,now a day very limited media who cover on true n vital suitation that must need to be separate .sad..it's been 9 days as climate fast of our gem or bravo Shri Sonam angchuk with 100 of Ladakh people.thank you for support ladakh

[@user-ho2fq3rf7k]

Thank you faye D'Souza covered ladakh protests for six schedule, heartly thank you for hunger strike for ladakh kaga Sonam wangchuk and all people of ladakh ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@sitachowkulkar7324]

If I am not mistaken, Faye, you are the only one talking abt this issue. Love and respect always.❤

[@stanleyduarte3859]

Dhruv Rathe published a video today

[@anniecoutinho9303]

Yes. Like Faye, Dhruv also does unbiased reporting 👍👍

[@user-bn2wh7th6q]

This is the voice of reason and this is not just Ladakh but pertains to the entire nation. If we do not resonate with this we will start to lose our identity not just in demographics but as a nation and its structure as well

[@easypeasyenglish1331]

Have been to Ladakh after covid and seen the massive infrastructure projects. And am very appreciative of Mr. Wangchuk's concerns, specially after what has happened in Joshimath, Uttarkashi and Himachal. With the extensive drilling going on and the Himalayas being soft fold mountains, which the Centre is deliberately overlooking to position India as the newest power on the block, I fear very soon we will face a Leh and Ladakh crushed under the debris of massive landslides!! And yes, their culture is theirs and they have every right to protect it -- the government is behaving like a child with myopia in the name of security. So, my strong support to Mr. Wangchuk.

[@parvati1984]

I absolutely agree with you. Something needs to be done to save Leh and Ladakh from these massive infrastructure onslaught. There are far more implications to the environment and the aftermath of the natural calamities will not be limited to Ladakh...it will affect the greater part of the entire country.

[@KarishmaAgrawal-zm1tk]

They are also cutting Hasdeo forests in Chattisgarh

[@rigzinyangdol2889]

​@@parvati1984you are right in bringing up the issue of infrastructure development by destroying the majestic, prestine mountains so unique to this region.But at the local level we in ladakh have our set of biggies grabbing land, mountains and lakes to turn them into resorts . You will be shocked to see how mountains and mountains have been cut for construction materials. Ladakh is notorious for having land mafia,sand mafia,drug mafia and liquor mafia. I and many think that there maybe vested interests

[@Adi-oc2hd]

Govt is also not wrong in its part. It being mountainous doesn't mean govt will stop building roads and bridges in this region especially given the proximity to China border. While they can be more sensitive and careful, but you can't leave it without any development

[@rustomkanishka]

Thank you for your service, ma'am.

[@ringtseduang845]

thank's for the coverage
Save Democracy
Save Himalaya
Save Ladakh
✊✊💯💯✌️✌️

[@Jamesyoga753]

Thank you for your support 👏👏👏👏 We stand with Sonam Wangchuk sir and Ladakh people 🤝 We want Six Schedule.... save UT Ladakh 🇮🇳 Jai Hind 🇮🇳 jai Ladakh 🇮🇳

[@rinchenzangmo3508]

Thank you very much for highlighting this, Faye. The Government doesn’t seem to care. Hope Mr Wangchuk is stronger than ever. Bless him🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@gishu81]

Well researched and succinct summary of the issue. Keep up the good work!

[@FayeDSouza]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked the video!

[@rigzenchuskit6558]

Thank you so much mam...
We want six schedule
#saveladakh
#savehimalaya

[@stanzinstanzin958]

Yes
Go Green n Save Ladakh
# Six Shedule # Safeguard
Thank for supporting Ladakh...
Keep viral Ladakh current situation 😢

[@villayatalikhan8894]

Thank you so much Madam for
Highlighting our concerns. There is a total trust deficit between Ladakhis and the government.

[@bhargav975]

Great and sensible journalism.

[@sauravroychow]

Full power to the people of Ladakh. Hope the Indian Govt listens to their concerns and put out suitable & agreeable solutions.

[@nachiketsharma8808]

Such an important and extensive report not covered by mainstream media! Thanks a lot for the research and delivery!

[@stanzindadul862]

Very well summed up. Thanks for covering.

[@tarungrover3541]

The concerns of our own in Ladakh need to be addressed immediately.. a border with China … is reason enough that such large scale demonstrations are best avoided .. the powers that be should understand their concerns and address them on priority.. any changes to the environment further escalate matters which will do no good to the region .. they have genuine concerns better agree for the good of all .. as also defence concerns

[@ddorjay7788]

Thank you for your coverage and support Ladakh demand six schedule of Indian constitution and our Hero Mr Sonam Angchuk.❤

[@stanzinphuntsog8377]

Thank you mam for raising our voice...
We want 6 schedule....
#protect Himalaya #protect tribal culture
#sustainable development

[@pranshivats4249]

Thank you for covering the news factually, it's a fresh breath of air.
Love watching your videos, makes me feel connected to India even though I'm a 15hr flight away 🫶🏾

[@SkitpeyLadags]

Thank you so much Faye for the very detailed video on this topic. Thank you for the sharing the important news unlike the other mainstream media which are in deep slumber.

[@sudhirnair]

Thanks for covering an important issue that the mainstream media ignore by design, I suppose.

[@weelayathalee5330]

Lots of love 💕 from Ladakh ❤۔ #moresupport to save Ladakh 🙏

[@hussaini5679]

Thank you so much from Ladakh for support... we want 6th schedule to protect the fragile environment of Ladakh. Please support us for 6th schedule to Ladakh. 🙏
Pride to be a true Indian 🇮🇳...

[@TundupNamgail]

Well explained. Thank you Faye! We want 6th schedule. #SaveLadakh #SaveIndia

[@kunzesangmo7776]

Thank you Faye for voicing this and explaining it beautifully. More power to you.

[@Uncool-vn5vz]

Finally someone is covering! Thank you! Challenge yo main stream “fierce” journalists like “Vantage” “First Post” to report! This needs immediate attention. @firstpost @wion @vantage @ndtv @thehindu

[@tsentso2568]

SAVE UT LADAKH, THANKS FOR YOUR INDIAN SUPPORTING...🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@AlokeSurin]

I have been following Sonam Wangchuk and his campaigns and ideas for some time now and needless to say the logic of his arguments and proposals is impeccable and worth listening to. Your detailed analysis and explanation of the issues at stake in this very sensitive (both ecologically and from the security point of view) and stunningly beautiful area of India is extremely well laid out. Thank you for this. Sonam Wangchuk's movement deserves the support of all right thinking people not only in India but around the world as well.

[@WatermelonSugar1209]

Thanks for this detailed explanation Faye. Sonam wangchuk is a true patriot. We should all amplify his voice

[@i_love_tibet7001]

Wow....... Very Powerful and Inspiring Speech after the 21 days of Climatefast.......👏🙏🫡✊❤️
Thank you Sonam Wangchuk Sir, for acknowledging the Truth Struggling Of People in the Mountain and near the border. Indian should protect their Land, if you call yourself Indian........We are ONE on this matter because Government failed, to Listen to People.
Instead of Building more Hindu Temple in grand level. Feed the People first and Solve the Real Issues, Specially Climate and Water first....... Make more Job Oppertunity for youth. Build the Garbage Waste Program, So people don't need to live side by side with the Dirts.
Youth Of Tomorrow should Join and Support such Great being like Sonam Wangchuk Sir. Lets Do It....... Walk For CHANGTANG, Walk to protect the Land and People. We all can make the Change, make the Difference. 💪🙏🇮🇳

[@mustbeunity5959]

Thank you so much Mam Gi 🙏🏻🙏🏼🙏🏾 for making highlight about what we Ladakhi needs. Sir Sonam Wangchuk is a simple man, great thinker for everyone and of course he is a great helper of us. I love the people who are really great thinker daughters and real sons of our Mother india.
Thank you 🙏🏾

[@sevenboys610]

Thank you for supporting Ladakh 🙏

[@harshadsubhash]

Concised very well...👍🏼

[@user-qf5mp2dz6r]

I hope that very soon govt will take action and give rights to the people of ladhak, not because they were protesting for it but what they deserve is important and most importantly if govt have said it tho

[@resonanceofvoice8904]

Thank you being a voice of minority, thank you for being a voice of Mountain

[@changchen09]

Thank you so much, Faya ma'am to highlight this important crucial protest 🪧✊🏻 of ours for everyone's goodness and betterment! 🥹🙏🏻
All we're asking is our basic rights and safeguards for our motherland which is obviously known for its nature's beauty and the richness of unique culture and the decent peaceful way of slow life 🧬 unlike other places in today's world 🌍
We need the 6th Schedule of our Indian Constitution + the Statehood so that our needs are fulfilled and we can serve the nation and all the visitors without any issues but with mindful development and facilities as required 🥲🤞🏻
High hopes on our leaders ⚖️

[@aeroscientist]

#SaveLadakh I support Sonam Wangchuk ❤❤

[@RahulVerma-mx2pn]

Thankyou so much for covering this. Huge respect ma’am. Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@user-mx2bv2xh9n]

Thank you so much 🙏
Please share more and more now a days ladakh people are not well 🇮🇳

[@sonamchondol8903]

Thanks for raise this issue 👏🏻

[@Ethereal359]

Beautiful take on. Thank you, thank you! We Tibetans stand in allyship with ladakh. Ladakh people knows Ladakh the best, and should have MAIN-SAY in with any decisions on Ladakh and NOT the central government.

[@avn33__44]

Ladakh needs the support of this country, we're with Ladakh 🙏🏻

[@tenzinyonten6377]

thank you for your support and showing the current situation.

[@dolmavlogger]

Thanks a lot my sister from ladakh ❤🤍🙏🙏🙏🙏 for honestly performing the truth of the Ladakh on your Channel, please Indian Support us to save the Ladskh support us for 6th Schedule Jai hind🇮🇳❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏😢

[@user-re6bc2cj9k]

Ladakh region is United Central Government plans delayed response to Ladakh 😮 genuine demand 😢😮 guarantee poora Karega 💦 Jai Hind vandematram 🇮🇳 without legislature constitutional safeguards is befooling ladakhis 😮⚖️🙏

[@stanzinchorol4032]

This is a matter of great concern, thank you from LADAKH

[@Stardusk380]

One of the best videos I've seen on this issue so far. Some tapori eductors with a smart board are just ranting whatever comes to their mouth.

[@aadreshabiswas3123]

Many many thanks for bringing this issue to us. This is sooo unfortunate for these peace loving locals. Wish they get justice at the earliest...

[@pps1223]

Thank you for talking about this!

[@jigmatskitdon1847]

thank you so much mam ...
#save ladakh

[@konchoktharchin9772]

Thank you for highlighting the ladakh situation in public domain 🙏🙏

[@fatimabano9458]

thanks for Covering.... Being from Ladakh, it means so much to us❤

[@mangalchandra4498]

We support Mr Sonam Wangchuk . Ladakh needs the safeguard under the sixth schedule. The Modi government must be granted the Ladakh demand . Save democracy, save ladakh.

[@kundanrajan5342]

Thanks for raising the voice for Ladakh

[@user-pp3ts1dg1u]

thank you for your support ladakh mam ❤❤❤

[@user-lf1nu5ub6f]

Thanks faye!

[@sapchungyog]

THANK YOU FOR SHARING ABOUT OUR LADAKH

[@user-wd2jl1ye9h]

THANK YOU FOR RAISING OUR VOICE 🙏

[@travelwithafiya]

I totally agree with what you’ve said. I’ve been to Ladakh and I lived there with locals trying to understand their daily hustle and their shortcomings, especially in the extreme winter season when they have to face harsh subzero temperatures. Respect and appreciation maxxxx for all the people of Ladakh, I hope they get what they demanding along with govt’s plans to improve the infrastructure. I stayed at Pangong lake for almost a week with electricity that was just available for very few hours during the daytime only. It’s extremely difficult to live and progress in such conditions if there aren’t any proper facilities. I hope the govt will take proper measures to make sure that Ladakhi culture is protected as well as the region gets its fair share of technological advancements💗💗💗💗

[@thuptenkunzes584]

Thank you madam for your support.

[@SachDilSe]

Thank you ma'am for highlighting our issues 🙏🙏🙏

[@anoopmurthy007me]

There must be a common ground which ensures both culture, nature nd development co exsist ..
Else being a Bangalore am...what we have lost in the quest for development...the same state might be of these beautiful places

[@balur104]

Thank you so much 🙏🌻

[@sun19892]

Thank you Faye ❤

[@highadventureofladakh7688]

Thanks for standing with us 🙏 and showing the truth

[@user-sg1rr5cm2k]

Thank you for highlighting this extremely sensitive issue

[@amitsarkar3019]

Wangchuk should focus on development of Ladakh UT, one out of 8 and per constitution, rather than his political ambitions.

[@InnerWorldWisdom]

The gentleman is extremely passionate and honest, no doubts - 100 % respect for him !!!
but it's disheartening to see someone like him suffer from Misplaced sensibilities
Real tragedy for our nation is : such honest people are often geopolitically ignorant and behaviourally myopic.
they end up helping the adversaries of our nation by hampering polulation integration in border areas.
................
dear fellow patriots ,
I am equally nationalist as you are and also love nature & environment etc
but one needs to have a geopolitical sense to safeguard nation in long run
For those who are curious, please read about Chinese policy of Xiaokang Villages opposite Ladakh
Jai Hind
Jai Ladakh

[@phuntsokwangchuk9771]

Thanks for going so deep into the issue!!! You are amazing!!! Great job!!

[@TenzinTsundue-tg2yh]

Thank you so much for your explain ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@lobsangtsering3324]

Faye D'Souza sister your Great details information ladakh i proud you Thanks🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@Aesthetic_landscape]

Thank you so much Faye D'Souza for the well research on this topic, tons of Love from ladakh :)

[@kcloyindie]

Thank you

[@kaneezfatima5245]

We want 6th schedule
Save Ladakh save glacier
Plz all indian support ladakh
Iam form kargil Ladakh

[@roshanprashanth100]

Thank you for covering this issue which many godi channels don’t do ❤❤❤

[@NatureLOVER-gi5cs]

Thank you so much ma'am for covering such an important issue of Ladakh. #saveladakh #savehimalaya #savewater

[@StanzinStan-rv9iy]

Thank you is not enough to express my gratitude for covering ladakh's current issue mam. Very well researched and presented.
India needs people like you today, to bring out the truth, to inspire them to walk on the path of true journalism.
Love from ladakh ❤️🙏

[@Stanzintundup-js3ng]

Thank you 👍👍

[@asthamaurya537]

Thanks for the video!

[@funnybomb2571]

GREAT JOB FOR COVERING THIS !

[@samedu5163]

As the days are passing....feeling sad realising how hard & amount of hardship suffering Sonam Wangchuk Sir & his supporters are going through 😢😢😢😢💔💔💔 Indian people are supporting Ladakh but why Indian govt is not listening to legitimate demands of its people??😢😢😢 Mainstream media is not reporting 🤦 its democracy???

[@user-bo5bu7pr3s]

Thank you for the coverage 🎉🎉🎉

[@stan.d3316]

Thank you Faye maam for this extensive and very well summarised report.. you are the only one supporting us at this stage and making our voice reach the larger audience.

[@Forestbaruah]

Thank you for speaking on this subject Faye

[@tenzinnorla3196]

Thanks for support Ladakh 🙏

[@NehaP2805]

Thank you for making videos on subject that matters. More power to you 💪

[@ranjnasharma2985]

Thank you ma,m for raising the voice in favour of ladakh

[@stanzinmingur8695]

Thank you so much mam for supporting Ladakh

[@eerindiraarora6921]

thanks for explaining this.

[@soniauprit]

Thsnks a lott for covering this protest.... ❤

[@kuldeepmeena8620]

Thankyou maam❤❤❤❤

[@lobzangsmanla6614]

Thank for this Mam.🙏🙏

[@rixenldumra2753]

Thank you for your consideration and we demand six schedule for ladakh and restoration of democracy in ladakh

[@sonamkharbu7934]

Thank you Mam for supporting Ladakh 🙏🙏🙏

[@dwk8979]

PLZ SAVE LADAKH 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭WE demand SIX SCHEDULE

[@thuptennorbu703]

Thanks you for support Ladakh,

[@tashinamgyal304]

Thank you for the coverage

[@VikashYadav-hu7ub]

We stand with you sir(Sonam wangchuk)