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Wangchuk refuses to end hunger strike on day 19
NDTV··16 Jul
Activist Sonam Wangchuk on July 16 said his hunger strike entered day 19 and ruled out ending it without a government response. In a video he said breaking the fast would signal the government need not answer protesters. He urged supporters to join the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on July 20 and hand the issue to MPs.
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What It Means For You
- NEET reform protests continue with growing health risks for Wangchuk.
- The July 20 Jantar Mantar rally may draw larger crowds after his appeal.
- Delhi HC will decide on force-feeding amid the ongoing fast.
What's Happening
- Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike entered day 19 on July 16.
- He refused to end the fast without a government response.
- He urged supporters to join the July 20 CJP protest at Jantar Mantar.
Hunger Strike Context
- Wangchuk joined CJP protests over NEET and exam irregularities.
- The campaign demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
- A Delhi HC plea sought medical intervention citing survival risks.
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