Hunger Strike Activist Sonam Wangchuk Removed from Jantar Mantar, Hospitalized After 20 Days
Sonam Wangchuk, a 59-year-old activist, was removed from Jantar Mantar and taken to Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET paper leaks. Police acted on a Delhi High Court order for daily health checks due to Wangchuk's deteriorating condition, with slight commotion reported during his removal. Wangchuk is conscious and stable in hospital.
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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