Who is Gitanjali J Angmo? Sonam Wangchuk's wife, social activist and educator who firmly stood by him during his time in jail

Ladakh climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is back in the spotlight following his release from the Jodhpur Central Jail after six months. For context, Wangchuk was detained under the NSA (National Security Act) amid Ladakh protests demanding stronger constitutional safeguards, where he led climate-focused demonstrations that drew political scrutiny, as authorities accused Wangchuk of inciting a mob, with the Union Home Ministry alleging his speeches led to voilent clashes that resulted in casualties in Leh on September 24, 2025.Released on Saturday after months inside, he reunited with partner Gitanjali, who had visited him in jail earlier, making it their first proper catch-up since his arrest.

Who is Gitanjali J Angmo?

Gitanjali J Angmo is the wife of Ladakh climate activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk, who stood firmly by his side during his six-month detention in Jodhpur Central Jail. The couple shares a deep bond, rooted in shared values.Born in Balasore, Odisha, to a Punjabi -Jain family, Gitanjali's early life fostered a keen interest in social development.

She earned a Physics degree from Fakir Mohan University before pursuing an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar.Her career as a social entrepreneur and educator aligns with Sonam's mission-driven life, both are passionate about causes bigger than themselves.Gitanjali showed unwavering support during Sonam's detention. She traveled to Jodhpur Central Jail with advocate Ritam Khare for a meeting on October 7, 2025, later posting on X about his state.

She posted a heartfelt note for Wangchuk post his release

Post-release, she posted on social media, “After a long time had a free flowing chat with @Wangchuk66 without glancing at the scary clock every now and then to make the most of the fleeting 60 minutes as in jail!” and added, “Taking him for a health checkup as per the strong recommendations of our family doctor. He will be under medical observation for 36 hours in a good hospital! #SatyamevaJayate”

How did the duo meet?

They met at an education conference, where instant chemistry sparked. "We met at a conference, an education conference. It was so interesting to see that we were finishing each other's sentences. There was so much similarity in the way we wanted to work in the field of education and life in general," Gitanjali shared in an interview with Brut. She added that Sonam saw her as akin to his mother, the only woman he deeply loved before her.