Sonam Wangchuk to continue fast, cites police action against protesters
Activist Sonam Wangchuk is continuing an indefinite hunger strike following police intervention during a protest march in Delhi. He demands that youth leaders be allowed to meet with parliamentarians to discuss alleged examination irregularities.
Why it matters
The protest highlights ongoing tensions regarding education system accountability and the rights of student activists in India.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk announced on Monday (July 20, 2026) that he would continue his indefinite hunger strike, saying the police action against protesters during the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) "Sansad Chalo" march has prompted him to extend the fast until youth leaders are allowed to meet parliamentarians or he is permitted to do so from the hospital.
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In a handwritten statement issued from the Safdarjung Hospital, Mr. Wangchuk said, "Seeing the brutality with which peacefully protesting youth are being dealt with, I have decided to continue my fast until the youth leaders are allowed to meet the parliamentarians at the Sansad Bhawan or I am allowed to meet them here at the hospital." "Hopefully, the government will fix accountability for the Education Minister before that," he added.
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