Delhi Court Frees Climate Activist Amid Protests

The Delhi High Court confirmed the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and associates, who were detained while marching to Delhi demanding Ladakh's inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. The prohibitory order against assemblies in Delhi was also lifted, signaling a shift in the situation.

In a significant development, the Delhi High Court on Thursday confirmed the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and his associates from detention. This announcement was made by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta during a hearing.

The court was addressing petitions challenging the arrests and a prohibitory order issued by Delhi Police that had temporarily banned public assemblies and protests across the capital. Mehta informed the court that the prohibitory order, which had sparked widespread concern, has been rescinded.

Wangchuk, a prominent figure leading the 'Delhi Chalo Padyatra', was advocating for Ladakh's inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. Despite his release, concerns about remaining restrictions lingered, but Mehta refuted such claims as baseless.

(With inputs from agencies.)