Hunger-striking activist Sonam Wangchuk moved to hospital after 21 days
On July 18, 2026, Delhi Police shifted activist Sonam Wangchuk to Safdarjung Hospital from Jantar Mantar after 21 days of a hunger strike demanding examination system reforms and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Delhi High Court ordered regular health monitoring for Wangchuk, who was weak due to dehydration and fasting. His vital signs showed stability but required continuous medical intervention.
26 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
After a 26-day hunger strike, Sonam Wangchuk confronted police at Safdarjung Hospital following a court order granting him permission to transfer to Medanta Hospital.
— The Hindu
Sonam Wangchuk, after a 26-day fast, will be discharged from Medanta Hospital on July 27, 2026, to visit Rajghat before returning to Ladakh.
5 AUG 2026
— BBC
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk's 26-day hunger strike, part of the "cockroach" movement, prompted government actions but did not address underlying unemployment issues.
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