Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike: Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike has entered its 20th day on Friday. Several people and Opposition leaders from across the country have expressed solidarity with Wangchuk.
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Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike: ‘Will stay alive till July 20,’ says engineer; doctors warn of organ failure as strike enters day 20 | Image: ANI
Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike: Prominent engineer and teacher Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike on Friday entered its 20th day, with doctors are raising concerns over his deteriorating health condition. Several people and Opposition leaders from across the country have expressed solidarity with him. Wangchuk has been demanding accountability for the NEET paper leak incident and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Sonam Wangchuk Health Update
Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike entered day 20 on Friday and doctors have been expressing concerns over his deteriorating health. According to Dr Satish Lamba, Wangchuk’s weight has dropped by 350 grams over the last 24 hours.
“It is the 20th day of the hunger strike. As of 9:30 am on 17 July 2026, the key health parameters are as follows. The person’s weight is 56.55 kg, a reduction of 350 grams over the last 24 hours. Blood pressure is 108/68, blood sugar is 70 mg/dL, and the pulse rate is 72 per minute. Hydration is fair, with mild dehydration observed… As explained earlier, when the body does not receive glucose, protein and carbohydrates, changes occur,” he said.
#WATCH | Delhi | Congress leader Pawan Khera visits Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is staging a hunger strike for the 20th consecutive day at the Jantar Mantar. pic.twitter.com/bSqCQ3qEqX
— ANI (@ANI) July 17, 2026
