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200 Detained for Supporting Sonam Wangchuk
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 04:33 AM
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Around 200 people were detained and later released for gathering in support of Sonam Wangchuk. The incident highlights the strong backing for the social activist.
In a significant show of solidarity, a large group of people gathered to express their support for Sonam Wangchuk, a well-known social activist. However, their assembly was met with a strong response from the authorities, leading to the detention of around 200 individuals. Fortunately, all those detained were released subsequently, bringing a sense of relief to the community. The incident underscores the importance of peaceful assembly and the need for authorities to balance security concerns with the rights of citizens to express their opinions and show support for social causes.