Delhi Police Move Activist Sonam Wangchuk to Hospital Amid Health Concerns, Rally Plans
On July 18, Delhi Police, following orders from the Union government and a Delhi High Court directive, moved activist Sonam Wangchuk to Safdarjung Hospital due to his 21-day hunger strike and deteriorating health. His wife contested this, stating the court only ordered regular health monitoring. The move coincided with concerns over law and order ahead of Parliament's Monsoon session starting July 20, and a planned rally by Cockroach Janta Party demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.
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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