- Sonam Wangchuk's health declined further on Day 15 of his hunger strike, with doctors reporting a drop in his blood pressure and a total weight loss of 7.8 kg since the fast began.
- Wangchuk's blood pressure was recorded at 104/66 mm Hg, indicating a concerning health status.
- Abhijeet Dipke, founder of CJP, shared the health update on X, questioning, 'When will the government wake up???'
Sonam Wangchuk, a prominent educator and climate activist, is facing a critical health crisis on the 15th day of his hunger strike, having lost 7.8 kg and experiencing low blood pressure of 104/66 mm Hg. His deteriorating condition has sparked urgent calls for government action, as he protests against systemic failures following the NEET paper leak that led to student suicides.12
Wangchuk, who joined the protests on June 28, has emphasized that he is 'just an ordinary citizen', not a 'modern Gandhi' or hero, urging the public to take action. He has called for a march to Parliament on July 20, coinciding with the Monsoon Session's opening.
The Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP), the organization behind the protests, is demanding the resignation of the Education Minister and Rs 1 crore in compensation for the families affected by the NEET crisis. The protests began on June 20, highlighting the urgent need for accountability and reform in the education system.
As Wangchuk's health continues to decline, the question remains: when will the government respond to these pressing demands?
“Doctors recorded Wangchuk's blood pressure at 104/66 mm Hg and total weight loss at 7.8 kg. The activist, who called himself 'just an ordinary citizen', has urged people to join the march to Parliament on July 20 as the CJP demands Pradhan's resignation and ₹1 crore compensation for families of NEET suicide victims.”
