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Wangchuk sugar drops to 60 on fifth hunger strike day
The Hindu··3 Jul
Sonam Wangchuk's blood sugar dropped to 60 on the fifth day of his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on July 2, 2026, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said. Six AISA students continued an indefinite fast with several recording sugar below 70 mg/dL. The CJP protest over NEET irregularities began on June 20. Dipke reiterated demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
Prism
What It Means For You
- NEET aspirants and student protesters face health risks during prolonged fasts.
- Central Delhi protests may affect traffic and security around Jantar Mantar.
- Exam reform demands are gaining wider political and civil society backing.
What's Happening
- Sonam Wangchuk's health deteriorated on July 2 during his hunger strike.
- CJP protest entered its thirteenth day on July 2.
- Six AISA students continued an indefinite fast at a separate stage.
Movement Context
- CJP began protesting on June 20 over exam irregularities.
- Dipke demands Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
- The protest follows NEET cancellation and re-examination controversy.
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