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SC verdict on Article 370 abrogation: Leh, Kargil divided over verdict, united over Ladakh’s statehood demand

On Tuesday, Apex Body Leh (ABL), a coalition of social, religious and political bodies from Leh, issued a statement welcoming the court’s decision as a “strong step in the direction of strengthening national integration”. The Kargil region, however, remained skeptical, particularly over the question of Ladakh’s statehood.

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Govt sets up high level panel to address concerns of Ladakh

On January 2, the J&K and Ladakh Division of the MHA had issued the order constituting the HPC to discuss measures to protect Ladakh’s “unique culture and language”, considering its geographical location and strategic importance. Its mandate included “ensuring the protection of land and employment for the people of Ladakh”

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After months of negotiations, Ladakh representatives agree to meet Union minister on December 4

The meeting comes after months of backchannel negotiations between the Centre and the Apex Body Leh (ABL) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA). The names of the committee members — a key sticking point earlier — have been finalised.

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After Supreme Court stepped in, new date for Ladakh polls, Omar says admin had ‘biased agenda’

This comes after the Supreme Court, while restoring the National Conference’s party symbol for the upcoming election, also set aside the UT administration’s previous election notification since NC candidates had not been able to file nominations.