Delhi Police forcibly removed activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar and took
Forcible removal of a hunger-striking activist for protesting NEET irregularities raises concerns about suppression of dissent.
On July 18, 2026, Delhi Police forcibly removed activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar and took him to Safdarjung Hospital after a 21-day hunger strike. Left parties, including the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation, condemned this action, accusing the government of suppressing dissent over NEET examination irregularities. They supported continuing protests and called for 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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