Sonam Wangchuk loses over 9 kg, weakens significantly on 19th day of hunger strike: CJP
Activist Sonam Wangchuk is experiencing significant health decline on the 19th day of his hunger strike demanding education reforms. The Cockroach Janta Party has called for government engagement and the resignation of the Union Education Minister.
Why it matters
The protest highlights growing public dissatisfaction with national education policies and the use of hunger strikes as a tool for political advocacy.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has lost over 9 kg weight on the nineteenth day of his fast, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) said in a statement, adding that he has weakened significantly on Thursday (July 16, 2026) morning.
“According to today’s medical assessment, Sonam Wangchuk’s weight has further declined to 56.90 kg, marking a loss of over 9 kg since the beginning of his indefinite hunger strike,” the CJP said in its statement. “His blood pressure was recorded at 101/65 mmHg, pulse at 72 beats per minute, oxygen saturation at 98%, and random blood sugar at 89 mg/dL,” it added.
Mr. Wangchuk remains under constant medical supervision, the CJP said, adding that he is still “mentally alert”, even as he has weakened significantly.
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