Ladakh councillor Konchok Stanzin criticized the Indian Army's installation of Chhatrapati Shivaji's statue by Pangong lake, expressing concerns about its relevance to the local environment. Highlighting the lack of local input, he called for projects that better reflect the community. The statue's unveiling follows the India-China border disengagement, amid ongoing protests for greater autonomy in Ladakh.
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