The court said Wangchuk would be transferred to Medanta, and all his medical reports and treatment records from Safdarjung Hospital would be handed over to the new hospital to ensure there is no break in his treatment.
Published: July 21, 2026, 2:33 PM IST
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The Delhi High Court on Tuesday suggested that activist Sonam Wangchuk be shifted from Safdarjung Hospital to Medanta Hospital, saying doctors from both government and private hospitals agree that he needs constant medical care because of his ongoing hunger strike. A bench led by Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia was hearing an appeal filed by Wangchuk’s wife, Dr. Gitanjali Angmo. She had challenged an earlier court order that refused permission to move him to a private hospital.
After reviewing Wangchuk’s medical reports and speaking with doctors from AIIMS, Safdarjung Hospital and his personal medical team, the court said there was a common opinion that he should remain under continuous medical observation. It also took note of Wangchuk’s request to be treated at a hospital of his choice and proposed shifting him to Medanta.
Appearing for the Centre and Delhi Police, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the court that the government had no objection to Wangchuk being moved to Medanta. However, he said Wangchuk should not leave the hospital against medical advice.
The court said Wangchuk would be transferred to Medanta, and all his medical reports and treatment records from Safdarjung Hospital would be handed over to the new hospital to ensure there is no break in his treatment.
The bench said it would issue its final order on the matter later in the day.
