Hunger strike enters 16th day: Activist loses 8.25 kg, student hospitalized
The hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister, entered its 16th day. A AISA student was hospitalized for hypovolemic shock, while activist Sonam Wangchuk lost 8.25 kg and faced severe health issues. The protest, supported by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), faces government silence and media neglect, with police interference reported. Despite appeals from leaders like Uddhav Thackeray and Kanimozhi, no official dialogue has been initiated.
20 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Activist Sonam Wangchuk agreed to end his 21-day hunger strike if the government meets his three demands.
— The Hindu
Congress members criticized the BJP-led government for its handling of activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike and alleged irregularities in competitive exams.
21 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Sonam Wangchuk will continue his indefinite hunger strike at Safdarjung Hospital after Delhi Police forcibly moved him.
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