Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Wangchuk Ends Strike After Government Assurances
Sonam Wangchuk, a climate activist, ended his 26-day hunger strike after meeting with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh.
He had been protesting against the NEET-UG paper leak and demanding the resignation of the Education Minister.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced stricter measures, including the establishment of fast-track courts to handle paper leak cases.
The government also reshuffled the top bureaucracy in the Education Ministry.
Protesters and activists continue to demand accountability and broader reforms in the education system.
Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after meeting with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of fast-track courts to handle paper leak cases.
The government reshuffled the top bureaucracy in the Education Ministry, replacing Vineet Joshi with Naresh Pal Gangwar.
Protesters demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and broader reforms in the education system.
The Delhi High Court designated a special fast-track court to hear criminal cases related to examination paper leaks.
- Who
- Sonam Wangchuk, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh
- What
- Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after the government announced stricter measures against paper leaks.
- When
- July 23, 2026
- Where
- Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, Haryana
- Why
- To address the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and the demands for accountability and reforms in the education system.
Protesters and Activists
Government
Accountability for Paper Leaks
Protesters and Activists
Protesters demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and broader reforms in the education system.
Government
The government has taken steps to address the issue, including the establishment of fast-track courts and the reshuffling of top bureaucracy in the Education Ministry.
Protest Continuation
Protesters and Activists
Some student groups believe the fundamental causes of paper leaks remain unaddressed and insist that accountability from leaders is still required.
Government
The government has invited protesting students for dialogue and has assured stronger action against paper leaks.
- Hunger Strike Duration
- 26 days
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Education Minister, reforms in the education system
- Health Impact on Wangchuk
- Lost at least 11 kg during the hunger strike
- Government Assurances
- No cases against peaceful protesters, discussions on education reforms, compensation for suicide victims
Sources
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