Speaking to reporters, Ruhullah alleged that even former BJP supporters in Ladakh are facing cases under UAPA and NSA for expressing disagreement.

Ruhullah said the National Conference stands with the people of Ladakh in their struggle. “If they are demanding inclusion in the Sixth Schedule or restoration of their rights, we are with them,” he added.

He said the challenges being faced in Ladakh are similar to those in Kashmir and Jammu. “What was happening in Kashmir is now happening in Ladakh and Jammu as well,” he said

On the Budgam bypoll, he said the party will decide its candidate once the Election Commission announces the schedule. “Once the election is announced, we will see. One major responsibility people have given us is to stop the BJP. Acting on that is both a political and

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