Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Wangchuk Ends Strike, CJP Protests Continue Amid Crackdown Fears
Sonam Wangchuk, a social activist, ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving support from many Members of Parliament and assurances from the government.
However, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will continue their peaceful protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi until the Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
The CJP thanked Wangchuk for his courage and sacrifice, which awakened the conscience of the nation.
The protests aim to pressure the government to address their demands.
Meanwhile, the CJP alleges that authorities are planning a crackdown on protesters ahead of weekend demonstrations.
Wangchuk's wife asked critics to have compassion and understand the sacrifices he made during his hunger strike.
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving support from 65 Members of Parliament and government assurances.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will continue peaceful protests at Jantar Mantar until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke alleged that authorities are planning a crackdown on protesters ahead of weekend demonstrations.
Medanta Hospital reported that Wangchuk is stable and alert, with vital signs within accepted parameters.
The government assured no legal action against peaceful protesters, compensation for families of deceased children, and a thorough discussion in Parliament regarding accountability in education.
- Who
- Sonam Wangchuk, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- What
- End of hunger strike by Sonam Wangchuk and continuation of protests by CJP
- When
- July 23-24, 2026
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- To demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and address the demands of the CJP.
Protest Continuation
Hunger Strike End
Protest Goals
Protest Continuation
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will continue peaceful protests at Jantar Mantar until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
Hunger Strike End
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving support from 65 Members of Parliament and government assurances.
- Hunger Strike Duration
- 26 days
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Supporting MPs
- 65 Members of Parliament
- Protest Demand
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Protest Organizer
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
- Government Assurances
- No legal action against peaceful protesters, compensation for families of deceased children, and a thorough discussion in Parliament regarding accountability in education.
- Health Status
- Stable and alert, being fed a liquid diet
- Weight Loss
- 11 kg, including muscle mass
Sources
Sonam Wangchuk Stable After Ending Fast, Says Medanta; CJP Alleges Fresh Crackdown On Protesters
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PM Modi urges Sonam Wangchuk to regain health after hunger strike
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‘Your life is too precious’: Dipke hails Sonam Wangchuk as CJP vows protest will continue
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Wangchuk's wife asks critics to 'have a heart'
Sonam Wangchuk ‘stable and alert’ — Medanta says vital signs within ‘accepted parameters’
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