NEW DELHI: Authorities in Ladakh’s Leh district have reimposed restrictions over concerns about potential threats to public peace and order, officials told PTI. This comes just a day after restrictions were lifted following a 22-day curfew triggered by violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. The earlier unrest left four people dead and over 80 injured.Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) were first imposed on September 24, banning gatherings of five or more people. District Magistrate Romil Singh Donk had lifted the curbs on Wednesday, citing a report by the Senior Superintendent of Police indicating no imminent threat.Ladakh Statehood Violence: BJP Blames Congress While Sonam Wangchuk Says Gen-Z Led The ProtestsEarlier today, the Centre moved to address a key demand of protesting Ladakh groups by announcing a judicial inquiry into the violent clashes that took place on September 24 in Leh. The violence, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including a 1999 Kargil war veteran, had escalated tensions in the region.The inquiry will be led by retired Supreme Court judge Justice B.S. Chauhan, and is tasked with investigating the events surrounding the clashes, police actions, and the resulting fatalities. The probe aims to address the concerns raised by local groups, particularly regarding the need for an impartial investigation.The violence occurred amid a protest by residents demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh, and it left 90 others injured. The announcement of the inquiry comes as part of efforts to resume dialogue with the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), who had suspended talks following the crackdown.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBelgian Court Clears Fugitive Jeweller Mehul Choksi’s Extradition To IndiaPortfolios Allocated To Gujarat’s New Ministers After Major Cabinet ReshufflePakistan Seeks Trump’s Intervention After Afghan-Taliban Forces Humiliate Pak Army In Border ClashDense Chhattisgarh Forests No Longer Safe For Naxals, Over 200 Maoists Lay Down ArmsChina Breaks Silence on Border Clash, Follows India To Tell Pakistan, Afghanistan to End CrisisPakistan-Afghanistan Border Tensions Explode Ahead Of Ceasefire Deadline: Blast Kills 7 Pak Soldiers‘Jungle Raj’: Amit Shah Slams RJD For Fielding Shahabuddin’s Son In Bihar ElectionsAir Power, Tech Will Define Future Wars: Defence Secretary Rajesh Singh at Tejas Mk1A Showcase EventHAL Celebrates Maiden Flight of the First Tejas Mk1A Fighter Jet Manufactured at its Nashik FacilityRahul Gandhi Meets Family of Lynched Dalit in UP, Claims Govt Threatened Them and Calls for Action123 Photostories 10 mind-blowing superpowers of chameleonsFrom Archana Puran Singh’s nostalgic Dehradun Diwali to fun housie nights with staff – Archana and Parmeet Sethi’s cherished family Diwali memories3 superfoods to control cholesterol and the right way to consume them6 ways to set healthy boundaries without pushing others awayFun facts about ‘Alpha’ star Sharvari WaghDiwali 2025: 15 types of traditional Pooris to try this festive seasonDhanteras 2025: 5 trendy gold mangalsutra designs to buy this festive season for a stylish lookDiwali 2025: Sonakshi Sinha’s stylish festive fashion guide for the seasonExclusive – Rise and Fall Winner Arjun Bijlani opens up about his victory, breakdown, meeting his son Ayaan and reacts to Akriti Negi showing him middle fingerPersonality Test: What your favourite sleeping position reveals about your true nature and hidden emotions123Hot PicksGold Silver PriceRiyadh AirBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays OctoberBank Holidays OctoberTop TrendingChris Evert vs Martina Net WorthJohn BoltonPokemon All Mega Evolutions RankedJoe Flacco WifeRonda RouseyAaron Rodgers PittsburghBlake LivelyRussell WilsonHarvard CrimsonZack Yadegari
NEW DELHI: Authorities in Ladakh’s Leh district have reimposed restrictions over concerns about potential threats to public peace and order, officials told PTI. This comes just a day after restrictions were lifted following a 22-day curfew triggered by violent protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. The earlier unrest left four people dead and over 80 injured.Prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) were first imposed on September 24, banning gatherings of five or more people. District Magistrate Romil Singh Donk had lifted the curbs on Wednesday, citing a report by the Senior Superintendent of Police indicating no imminent threat.
Earlier today, the Centre moved to address a key demand of protesting Ladakh groups by announcing a judicial inquiry into the violent clashes that took place on September 24 in Leh. The violence, which resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including a 1999 Kargil war veteran, had escalated tensions in the region.The inquiry will be led by retired Supreme Court judge Justice B.S. Chauhan, and is tasked with investigating the events surrounding the clashes, police actions, and the resulting fatalities. The probe aims to address the concerns raised by local groups, particularly regarding the need for an impartial investigation.The violence occurred amid a protest by residents demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh, and it left 90 others injured. The announcement of the inquiry comes as part of efforts to resume dialogue with the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA), who had suspended talks following the crackdown.
