The Ladakh administration issues a notice to the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives (HIAL), founded by Sonam Wangchuk, asking it to stop activities at Desert Flower School in Phyang, Leh, until the High Court resolves a pending case. Multiple outlets report the notice is tied to proceedings involving the land allotted to the institute.
While all sources describe the same core action—halting classes pending court directions—coverage differs on what specifically triggered the order. The Hindu says the administration cites information that classes and other activities had started without required consent, clearances, or approvals from competent authorities. Other reports focus more directly on the legal status of the land case, stating that classes cannot begin while proceedings are pending.
Overall, the reporting is consistent that the administration wants no further functioning at the school until the court issues a verdict or further directions, with the main variation being the emphasis on prior approvals versus the immediate effect of ongoing High Court proceedings.
