Ladakh talks stall over power-sharing dispute

Talks aimed at resolving key governance issues in Ladakh have hit a roadblock, with disagreement over the distribution of administrative powers emerging as the primary sticking point.

Delegations involved in the discussions remain at odds over how authority should be allocated between different administrative levels and stakeholder groups. The deadlock centres on fundamental questions of governance structure and decision-making power in the Union Territory.

Neither side has indicated willingness to compromise on their core demands regarding control of key administrative functions. Officials say the impasse reflects deeper differences in vision for Ladakh's governance framework.