NEW DELHI: Authorities in India’s capital Delhi moved social activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital against his wish on Saturday, after his condition worsened on the 21st day of a hunger strike launched to demand the resignation of the federal education minister. Wangchuk, 59, had been fasting since June 28 in solidarity with India’s youth Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which is demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan step down over exam paper leaks in May that affected millions of students.

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Delhi High Court orders daily health monitoring for activist Sonam Wangchuk amid concerns over his deteriorating condition during a hunger strike.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has lost over nine kilograms during his nineteen-day hunger strike. His doctor reported fair hydration and continued mental alertness despite the prolonged…