India — Central Reserve Police Force & Sonam Wangchuk

India — Central Reserve Police Force: The India — Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is accused by Gitanjali Angmo of escalating the situation by firing tear gas shells, leading to violence during the protests.

Sonam Wangchuk: Sonam Wangchuk, a climate activist, was arrested under the National Security Act following violent protests in India — Ladakh. He is accused of inciting violence and having links with Pakistan, allegations his wife refutes.

India — Central Reserve Police Force: Paramilitary force deployed with additional companies to Delhi to bolster security during protests.

Sonam Wangchuk: Activist who ended a 26-day hunger strike after talks with government ministers, galvanizing the protest movement.

India — Central Reserve Police Force: The CRPF was involved in the crackdown, and its DG defended personnel actions.

Sonam Wangchuk: The climate activist joined the protests and undertook a 26-day hunger strike, becoming a prominent face of the movement. His participation helped galvanise support and pressure the government.