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Compelled to fast again, may even die but won't step back: Sonam Wangchuk on Ladakh protest

New Delhi: Climate activist and educator Sonam Wangchuk, who began an indefinite fast at the ongoing CJP protest at Jantar Mantar here on Monday, said he had hoped he would never have to return to agitation, but was left with no choice as promises made to the people of Ladakh remained unfulfilled and dialogue with the Centre had stalled.

In an interview with PTI, Wangchuk, who has been at the forefront of Ladakh's movement for constitutional safeguards, including Sixth Schedule status, said he remained committed to dialogue and hoped his hunger strike would revive meaningful engagement.

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