Sonam Wangchuk hospitalised after 21-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar as health worsens

Climate activist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after completing 21 days of an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.

The move came after doctors raised concerns about his deteriorating health and advised immediate medical intervention. Delhi Police said the transfer was carried out in accordance with medical recommendations and directions issued by the Delhi High Court to ensure his safety.

Wangchuk had been fasting since June 28 as part of a protest demanding accountability over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations and broader reforms in the education system. Medical teams had been monitoring his condition regularly, with reports indicating significant weight loss and declining health during the fast.

Following his hospitalisation, supporters expressed concern over the manner in which he was taken from the protest site, while authorities maintained that the action was necessary to protect his health. The protest has drawn widespread public attention, with many students and citizens backing the demand for greater transparency and reforms in India's examination system.