Climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk was taken to a hospital by Delhi Police on Saturday after he had been on a hunger strike for the past 20 days at Jantar Mantar.Delhi Police said Wangchuk was moved to the hospital following directions from the Delhi High Court and medical advice due to his deteriorating health condition. In a post on X, DCP New Delhi said protesters tried to obstruct the process, leading to a "slight commotion", but police exercised restraint and completed the evacuation safely. "While complying with the orders of Hon’ble High Court the protestors tried to create obstruction, in which slight commotion ensued, however police took maximum restrain and undertook the exercise safely," the DCP said. The police also appealed to protesters at Jantar Mantar to vacate the site peacefully.— ANI (@ANI) Wangchuk had been sitting on an indefinite hunger strike since June 28 as part of the protest led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in New Delhi. The agitation has focused on alleged irregularities in competitive examinations like NEET and demands for resignation of the education minister and accountability from the government.His supporters had raised concerns over his health after doctors reported weight loss and warned that the prolonged fast had reached a critical stage. A medical update on Friday said Wangchuk had lost around 350 grams in 24 hours, with his weight falling to 56.55 kg.The Delhi High Court had earlier directed authorities to ensure regular monitoring of Wangchuk’s health, stressing that his condition required attention.However, Wangchuk urged supporters to participate in a planned march to Parliament on July 20. He said he wanted the government to take note of the protesters’ concerns rather than end the fast without action.
Sonam Wangchuk taken to hospital after 20-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar
Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalized by Delhi Police after a 20-day hunger strike. He protested alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and demanded accountability. Doctors noted significant weight loss, raising health concerns for the activist. The Delhi High Court had ordered regular monitoring of his critical condition. Wangchuk urged supporters to march to Parliament to ensure their concerns were addressed.













