Hunger striker Sonam Wangchuk forced to hospital, claims continued restrictions
Sonam Wangchuk, a 59-year-old activist, was forcibly taken to Safdarjung Hospital on July 18 during his hunger strike. He alleged prison-like conditions with no phone or meetings allowed and heavy police presence. Shifted to Medanta after court permission, he claimed continued restrictions. His fast ended after the government assured no cases against protesters and discussed reforms.
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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