Sonam Wangchuk shifted to hospital; CJP founder Dipke under detention by Delhi Police
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has been hospitalized following a 21-day hunger strike protesting alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG exam. Simultaneously, the Delhi Police have detained members of the Cockroach Janta Party, leading to increased tensions and calls for peaceful protests.
Why it matters
The situation highlights ongoing civil unrest regarding educational integrity and the government's handling of public dissent.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was on the 21st day of a hunger strike, was shifted to the hospital by Delhi Police on Saturday (July 18, 2026) citing his deteriorating health condition.
Mr. Wangchuk along with the Cockroach Janta Party has been demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG exam paper leak controversy.
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Visuals showed the police climbing onto the dais at Jantar Mantar to cover Sonam Wangchuk from view. Police also announced on loudspeakers that they are taking Mr. Wangchuk to the hospital.
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