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vishakha Jangir

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𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗺 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗸: 𝗔𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿:) Born in 1966 in Uleytokpo, Ladakh; graduated in Mechanical Engineering from NIT Srinagar (1987). Founded SECMOL (1988), reforming Ladakh’s education system → improved Class 10 pass rate from 5% to 75%+. Promoted local culture, language, and community-driven schools across Ladakh. Innovated sustainable solutions: SECMOL solar campus, passive solar houses (cut heating needs by 60–70%), and Ice Stupas (10–15 million liters water each, irrigating 50–100 hectares; 50+ built). Prevented 20–30% crop losses, reduced kerosene/diesel dependence, and advocated renewable energy. Became a social activist, demanding Sixth Schedule safeguards & statehood for Ladakh. Led major movements: 21-day climate fast (2024) and Gen Z–led Leh protests (2025) → large youth participation; later arrested under NSA. Highlighted ecological strain: 3–4 lakh tourists annually vs ~3 lakh population. Received global recognition: Rolex Award (2016), Ramon Magsaysay Award (2018). Inspired the character “Phunsukh Wangdu” in 3 Idiots.

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