Hunger striker Sonam Wangchuk loses 9 kg, doctors warn of critical risks
Sonam Wangchuk, an activist, has been on a hunger strike for 18 of the last 20 days at Jantar Mantar, demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's removal as Union Education Minister. He survives only on water and salt, losing about 9 kg so far. Doctors from Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital visit him twice daily to monitor his health, noting he remains stable but faces critical risks if the fast continues. A public interest litigation was filed in Delhi High Court seeking force-feeding, citing potential life-threatening conditions.
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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