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Ladakh Defends Cancellation of Sonam Wangchuk Institute's Land Allotment
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What Happened?
The Ladakh administration has defended its decision to cancel land allotted to Sonam Wangchuk's Himalayan Institute of Alternative Learning, citing unpaid dues and lease defaults. The case is now before the High Court.
Key points
- The Ladakh administration claims the land allotment lapsed due to unpaid dues and failure to sign the lease deed.
- An affidavit filed in the High Court states the lease for 1,076 kanals and 1 marla of land lapsed on May 5, 2019.
- HIAL CEO Gitanjali Angmo denied the administration's claims regarding lease defaults.
- The administration alleges that HIAL misled local residents about the university project and diverted irrigation streams.
- The affidavit cites past conduct of Wangchuk and SECMOL, including land occupation without formal allotment.
- The administration seeks to dismiss HIAL's petition, arguing it lacks merit and is barred by delay.
Key insights
- The administration's claims highlight ongoing tensions between local authorities and educational initiatives.
- Failure to comply with lease conditions may set a precedent for future land use disputes.
- The case reflects broader issues regarding land management and educational development in the region.
Why it matters
The outcome of this legal dispute could impact future land allotments and educational projects in Ladakh.
Entities
Sonam Wangchuk· PersonHimalayan Institute of Alternative Learning· OrganizationLadakh· LocationHigh Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh· Location
Source
India Today
