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Stanzin Dorjay, a member of the Ladakh Buddhist Association and supporter of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, died by suicide at his home in Leh after reportedly suffering deep emotional distress following the September 24 police firing that killed four protesters and the detention of Wangchuk. In his 30s and father of two, Dorjay was described as a passionate voice for Ladakh’s demand for statehood and inclusion in the Sixth Schedule. Community leaders say his death, the fifth linked to the ongoing agitation for constitutional safeguards and democratic rights, underscores the growing toll of the unrest that has left Ladakh shaken and grieving.