Wangchuk Loses 9 kg on Hunger Strike, CJP Demands Pradhan's Resignation
On July 16, 2026, Sonam Wangchuk lost over 9 kg on the nineteenth day of his indefinite hunger strike, weakening significantly. His weight dropped to 56.90 kg with stable vital signs under medical supervision. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) urged the Government of India to address education reforms and called for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, scheduling a Parliament March on July 20th.
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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