Shiv Sena (UBT) parliamentarian Priyanka Chaturvedi has come out strongly in defense of environmental crusader Sonam Wangchuk, denouncing the central government’s decision to detain him under the stringent National Security Act. Describing the case against him as ‘shameful,’ she implored the administration to heed his pleas on Leh-Ladakh issues.
In a candid interview, Chaturvedi portrayed Wangchuk as a principled advocate. ‘His activism centers on environmental protection, not disruption. Jailed without cause, his post-release fight is about fulfilling assurances made earlier. He welcomed Article 370’s revocation then; his present dissent underscores governmental lapses,’ she explained.
Chaturvedi pushed for restoring full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir while prioritizing Wangchuk’s advocacy for Ladakh. This comes right after his liberation from six months of NSA detention in Jodhpur jail.
The discourse expanded to political defections, with Chaturvedi’s concern over Congress leader Pradip Bordoloi’s exit. She alleged a pattern of BJP poaching, stating, ‘Elected voices are being silenced through inducements.’ A pointed remark targeted Assam’s Himanta Biswa Sarma, branded as an ‘imported’ leader.
Addressing UCC implementation, she stressed consensus-building. ‘With Supreme Court guidance on multi-stakeholder dialogue, any Gujarat rollout must transcend politics, embrace diversity, and deliver real gains for women and society at large,’ Chaturvedi opined, wrapping up on a note of cautious optimism.