Sonam Wangchuk joins CJP protest, begins hunger strike at Jantar Mantar
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has joined a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar alongside the Cockroach Janata Party to protest alleged irregularities in national examinations. The protesters are demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Why it matters
Reflects growing public dissatisfaction and political pressure regarding the integrity of India's education and examination systems.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Sunday (June 28, 2026) began a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, where the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has been holding a protest since June 20, seeking the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in examinations.
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