Archive · 24 Jul 2026
PM Urges Sonam Wangchuk to Follow Medical Advice After Fast
Sonam Wangchuk, a well-known activist, ended his 26-day hunger strike after the government promised not to take legal action against peaceful protesters.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged him to follow medical advice and regain his health.
Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh were present when Wangchuk broke his fast.
The government also assured discussions on solutions to paper leaks and educational reforms.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, expressed relief and gratitude for Wangchuk's sacrifice.
The party's protest will continue until the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.
PM Modi promised more strict actions in paper leak cases and suggested a discussion in the Cabinet regarding fast-track courts.
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike at Medanta Hospital, Gurugram.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged him to follow medical advice and regain his health.
The government assured no legal action against peaceful protesters at Jantar Mantar.
Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh were present when Wangchuk broke his fast.
The Cockroach Janta Party's protest will continue until the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.
- Who
- Sonam Wangchuk, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, Abhijeet Dipke
- What
- Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after the government's assurance of no legal action against protesters.
- When
- The fast ended on the day of breaking it, after 26 days.
- Where
- Medanta Hospital, Gurugram
- Why
- To protest against paper leaks and educational reforms.
Government's Assurance
Protesters' Demands
Legal Action Against Protesters
Government's Assurance
The government assured no legal action against peaceful protesters at Jantar Mantar.
Protesters' Demands
Protesters demand the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan and continued protests until this happens.
Compensation for NEET Suicide Victims
Government's Assurance
The government is considering compensation for suicide victims of NEET paper leaks.
Protesters' Demands
Protesters want immediate and substantial compensation for the affected families.
- Duration of Fast
- 26 days
- Location of Fast Ending
- Medanta Hospital, Gurugram
- Government Assurance
- No legal action against peaceful protesters
- Protesters' Demand
- Resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
- PM's Promise
- More strict actions in paper leak cases