Tensions soared in Ladakh as five people lost their lives during ongoing protests demanding autonomy for the region in Indian-administered Kashmir. Local media reports confirm that police used tear gas to disperse crowds, while several young men responded by throwing stones at the authorities.
Clashes Turn Deadly Amid Calls for Autonomy
The protests in Ladakh reflect growing frustration among locals who seek greater political autonomy. Demonstrators poured into the streets, voicing their concerns and confronting law enforcement. The situation quickly escalated, resulting in violence that claimed five lives and left several others injured.
Heavy Police Presence and Public Outcry
Authorities deployed a heavy police presence to contain the unrest, but the use of tear gas only fueled further anger. The incident has sparked outrage both locally and internationally, with human rights groups urging an immediate investigation into the deaths and the handling of the protests.
Sources:
Dawn News Report
