Protests in New York, San Jose in support of Wangchuk
Activists from 'Hindus for Human Rights' held demonstrations in New York, San Jose, London, and Dublin to support activist Sonam Wangchuk. Wangchuk is currently on an indefinite hunger strike protesting alleged irregularities in India's NEET exams.
Why it matters
The protests highlight growing international scrutiny of the Indian government's handling of student grievances and educational integrity.
Activists from a U.S.-based advocacy group held demonstrations in New York and San Jose to express solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike in New Delhi over alleged irregularities in the conduct of the NEET exams.
Activists from the 'Hindus for Human Rights' gathered at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in New York City's Union Square and San Jose on Monday (July 20, 2026) evening, carrying placards bearing slogans in support of Mr. Wangchuk.
The activists also raised slogans against the Indian government and demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Similar solidarity demonstrations were also held outside the Indian High Commission in London and the Indian Embassy in Dublin, the Hindus for Human Rights said in a statement Washington on Tuesday (July 21, 2026).
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