Centre offering Ladakh unique governance model, demand for Statehood to continue: Leh Apex Body leader (opens original article in a new tab)

Union Home Ministry proposed a new governance model for Ladakh with increased powers within the Union Territory framework, following demands from local bodies for Statehood and constitutional safeguards.

• Union Home Ministry proposed new mechanism to grant Ladakh greater legislative, financial and administrative powers within Union Territory framework
• LAB and KDA have been demanding constitutional safeguards including Statehood and inclusion under Sixth Schedule for tribal status and autonomy
• Meeting with LAB and KDA took place last Friday (May 22, 2026) to discuss the proposal