Opposition support grows as Wangchuk’s hunger strike continues on day 20

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has entered his 20th day of an indefinite hunger strike demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities. As his health declines, opposition leaders and public figures are increasingly gathering at the Jantar Mantar protest site to express solidarity and pressure the government for reform.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk lost 350 grams in weight and was experiencing mild dehydration on Friday (July 26, 2026), his physician Satish Lamba said, according to a statement issued by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Mr. Wangchuk has entered the 20th day of his indefinite hunger strike demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation.
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