Hunger Strike Day 24: Sonam Wangchuk Loses 8.2kg, Demands Education Minister's Resignation
Sonam Wangchuk, a 59-year-old Indian activist, has been on an indefinite hunger strike in Delhi since June 29 to demand educational reforms and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. On Monday, he had lost 8.2kg (18lb), with serious health concerns. Despite appeals from supporters and doctors, Wangchuk remains steadfast. The protest is led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar.
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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