Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to visit Leh, the largest town in the Union Territory of Ladakh, on April 30 for a two-day trip. This marks his first visit since the unrest last year, where local groups protested for statehood and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule, which provides special protections for certain regions in India. The visit comes at a crucial time as the region continues to seek greater constitutional safeguards and administrative autonomy. Shah will attend events related to Buddha Purnima on May 1, where he will pay respects to the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha. The announcement was made by Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, on social media. Shah's presence is seen as a signal of the Indian government's engagement with the region following significant tensions. His visit could influence the Centre's approach to addressing local demands while reinforcing its development agenda in this strategically important area. Protests in March, led by the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, highlighted the ongoing calls for statehood and Sixth Schedule status, following the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk from detention.