Delhi protester Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 15th day of a hunger strike, losing 7.8 kg and suffering a drop in blood pressure to 104/66. Activists, leaders and intellectuals gathered on the 23rd day of the CJP’s march against alleged irregularities.
Sonam Wangchuk’s thirty‑second day of a hunger strike saw his weight fall to 7.8 kg less than when he began.
Doctors report his blood pressure has dropped to 104/66, raising concerns about his health as the protest continues.
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The 15th day of a hunger strike by activist Sonam Wangchuk has pushed his condition into a critical phase. Reports from Delhi doctors note a blood‑pressure reading of 104/66 and a cumulative weight loss of 7.8 kg since the protest began. The protest, organised by the CJP, has continued for over three weeks, with the 23rd day marked by the arrival of prominent intellectuals and lawmakers.
On Sunday, the march paused for an evening session attended by former Kerala ministers K. K. Shailaja, K. N. Balagopal and P. Rajiv. Socialist MP Puspen Puroj also addressed the assembly. The event concluded with a lecture by economist Jayti Ghosh. “Modern Gandhi or hero is not our aim,” Wangchuk had shared on social media the previous Saturday, urging citizens to become their own heroes. His personal statement emphasised civic responsibility over adulation.
Over the last weeks, the CJP has demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pran and compensation of 1.1 crore rupees for families of students who committed suicide over alleged exam malpractice. On 20 July, the party called for a parliamentary march ahead of the autumn session. Wangchuk has invited civilians to join this peaceful procession.
The protest’s focus remains on alleged irregularities at No. 1, Delhi’s inner city, where controversies over student admissions have surfaced. Despite the growing concern over Wangchuk’s health, the CJP has stayed firm on its objectives. The movement’s leaders claim that transparency and accountability in the education system must be restored.
Health officials have warned that prolonged fasting could lead to irreversible damage. Wangchuk’s medical team has monitored his condition closely, noting a continued decline in vital signs. The community of activists has expressed solidarity, gathering at the rally site to support him.
According to the latest update from the organisation, Wangchuk’s physical state has weakened significantly. The health advisory released by the CJP states that his condition is “quite fragile” and calls for urgent medical attention. The protestors remain hopeful that the government will respond to their demands before the next parliamentary session begins.
The situation remains tense as the protest moves into its third week. Activists are calling for a peaceful resolution that addresses the core grievances of the student community and ensures fair examination processes.
