Young protesters in Ladakh have taken to the streets in unprecedented numbers, transforming peaceful demonstrations into violent clashes that have shaken the region. The Ladakh protests reached a boiling point on September 24, 2025, when thousands of Gen Z demonstrators clashed with security forces, leading to multiple casualties and widespread property damage. According to BBC News, such regional protests in India have become increasingly common as younger generations demand greater autonomy. The protests center around two key demands that have galvanized Ladakh’s youth: • Full statehood for Ladakh instead of Union Territory status • Sixth Schedule protection to preserve tribal identity and rights • Greater autonomy over local governance […]

Representatives of matrilineal Garo community in Meghalaya taken long-standing demand for a separate Garoland state to national capital.