Amid call for Ladakh protest, CEO prohibits dharnas in Leh, Kargil over upcoming polls
The Chief Electoral Officer of Ladakh has prohibited all protests and public demonstrations in Leh and Kargil during the Model Code of Conduct period. This measure is intended to ensure a peaceful environment for the upcoming municipal committee elections.
Why it matters
The order highlights ongoing tensions between local civil society groups and the administration regarding election timing and regional governance.
Srinagar With Ladakh’s civil society groups threatening to resume agitations to push a slew of demands, the Union Territory’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) on Wednesday (November 11, 2026) issued an order prohibiting all dharnas, protests, demonstrations, sit-ins and rallies within the municipal limits of Leh and Kargil while the Model Code of Conduct is in force ahead of local body elections. Also read | Why Ladakh polls announcement fails to cut ice with protesting civil society groups | Explained https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/ladakh/why-ladakh-polls-announcement-fails-to-cut-ice-with-protesting-civil-society-groups-explained/article71688368.ece The order said the restrictions will remain in force until the completion of the election process for the municipal committees of Leh and Kargil this month. “The Model Code requires maintenance of an atmosphere conducive to free, fair and peaceful elections, and no activity should be permitted which may create intimidation, fear or undue influence among electors,” said the order.
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