I am not Gandhi; be your own hero: Wangchuk amid indefinite fast
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has urged his supporters to stop viewing him as a hero or a 'modern Gandhi' during his ongoing hunger strike. He emphasizes that citizens should take personal responsibility for their actions rather than relying on individual leaders.
Why it matters
Wangchuk's message highlights the intersection of individual civic duty and social activism in the context of ongoing protests against examination irregularities.
Educator and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has said he is "just an ordinary citizen", not a "modern Gandhi" or a hero, urging people to become the "heroes" of their own lives instead of looking for someone else to lead.
The article focuses on the activist's own words and the status of his protest without taking a stance on the underlying political issues.
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