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Actor Omi Vaidya backs Wangchuk's hunger strike
Times of India··14 Jul
Actor Omi Vaidya, known for playing Chatur in 3 Idiots, extended support to Sonam Wangchuk on the 17th day of his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, invoking the film's real-life inspiration Funsukh Wangdu, popularly called Rancho. Wangchuk has lost 8.5 kilograms during the fast and his blood pressure has dropped to 109 over 70 this month.
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What It Means For You
- Wangchuk's worsening health raises urgency around the ongoing exam-reform protest.
- Celebrity support is amplifying visibility for the demand seeking Pradhan's resignation.
- A planned Parliament march could escalate pressure ahead of July 20.
What's Happening
- Actor Omi Vaidya voiced support for Wangchuk's hunger strike.
- Wangchuk has lost 8.5 kg on the 17th day of fasting.
- Eminent persons have urged him to end the fast for his health.
CJP Protest
- Wangchuk joined the Jantar Mantar protest on June 28.
- The agitation is now in its 25th day demanding accountability.
- A peaceful march to Parliament is planned for July 20.
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