Watch: Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike intensifies | Opposition, celebrities appeal
Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike, refusing to end the protest despite appeals from various public figures. He is demanding a dialogue with the government regarding his call for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Why it matters
The ongoing protest highlights growing civil unrest and the challenges of political accountability in India's governance.
Despite appeals from Opposition leaders, celebrities, academics and over 1,800 citizens, Wangchuk refused to end his fast, saying the government should open a dialogue instead. The protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation continues to gather momentum.
The article reports on the protest events neutrally without taking a stance on the validity of the demands.
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