Sonam Wangchuk says Article 371 talks for Ladakh still ‘work in progress’; backs Cockroach Janta Party
Sonam Wangchuk expressed optimism regarding the ongoing discussions about granting constitutional safeguards to Ladakh under Article 371. He described the recent negotiations as a 'work in progress' and emphasized that while significant progress has been made, no formal agreement has been reached yet. Wangchuk also voiced his support for the Cockroach Janta Party, identifying with its message despite not being a member.
- ▪Sonam Wangchuk hopes for constitutional safeguards for Ladakh after recent talks.
- ▪He described the negotiations as a 'work in progress' with no formal agreement yet.
- ▪Wangchuk supports the Cockroach Janta Party but does not consider himself a member.
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Sonam Wangchuk says Article 371 talks for Ladakh still ‘work in progress’; backs Cockroach Janta PartySonam Wangchuk hoped constitutional safeguards will be granted to Ladakh after recent talks between Ladakh groups and the Centre.Updated on: May 24, 2026 7:49 AM ISTBy HT CorrespondentShare viaCopy link Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday expressed hope over the proposal of granting constitutional safeguards to Ladakh under Article 371, while describing the recently concluded negotiations during a high-level meeting in New Delhi as a “work in progress.”Sonam Wangchuk said talks are underway to finalise and devolve the responsibilities in the region under Article 371.
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