Hunger Striker Sonam Wangchuk Moved to Hospital as CJP Claims Wife Barred
On July 18, 2026, Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after a 20-day hunger strike due to deteriorating health. Security was heightened around Jantar Mantar and the hospital following Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) claims that his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, was barred from carrying a phone or meeting personal lawyers/doctors. Police denied allegations of violence during Wangchuk's transfer.
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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