Sonam Wangchuk demands Education Minister's resignation on 19th day of hunger strike
On the 19th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, Sonam Wangchuk demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over education issues. His health critically deteriorated; he lost over 9 kg and faces organ damage risks. The Delhi High Court ordered regular medical checks by government doctors while Mr. Wangchuk urged support for the Cockroach Janta Party’s Parliament march on July 20.
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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