Legal Drama Unfolds: Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Detention Controversy

Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, challenges the legitimacy of her husband's detention before the Supreme Court. She claims crucial evidence was withheld, infringing on Wangchuk's right to defense. The apex court seeks precise video transcripts. The case reviews Wangchuk's alleged involvement in Leh violence and NSA implications.

In a dramatic courtroom development, the Supreme Court heard arguments from Gitanjali Angmo regarding her husband, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention. Angmo alleged that crucial video evidence was not shared with Wangchuk, potentially infringing on his right to an effective defense.

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued before Justices Aravind Kumar and Prasanna B Varale that the government's failure to provide the complete video recordings denied Wangchuk the opportunity to fully represent himself against allegations tied to last year's Leh violence.

The government's defense, led by Additional Solicitor General KM Nataraj, was put to the test as the Supreme Court demanded precise video transcripts amidst Wangchuk's habeas corpus petition challenge to his detention under the National Security Act, 1980. The case now hinges on the court's review of the evidence, scheduled for a hearing on February 23.