Ladakh, which has often created a buzz for its serene views, trekking and bike adventure, witnessed violence on Wednesday (September 24) where Gen Z protesters torched the BJP office and some vehicles. Their demand? The demonstrators are seeking Statehood for Ladakh and the extension of constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule.

Here's all you should know about the protest and what fueled it.

Before violence was reported in Ladakh, the protesters were observing peaceful marches and hunger strikes to press their demand for Statehood before the government. The hunger strike saw the deaths of two activists, both aged over 60, which angered the protesters over the delay in response to their demands. Some Gen Z groups resorted to violence on Wednesday.

The Ministry of Home Affairs (

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