Hunger strike ends: Sonam Wangchuk gets written assurances, cases to drop for non-violent students
On July 24, 2026, Sonam Wangchuk broke his 26-day hunger strike under conditions set by the government. Two Union Ministers were present as he received written assurances: cases against students would be dropped if non-violent and compensation considered for suicide victims. This came after protests at Jantar Mantar remained peaceful despite allegations of violence elsewhere, sparked by the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march crackdown.
25 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Following a month-long protest at Jantar Mantar, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned in response to pressure from students and activists.
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.
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