The situation is completely wild right now. Sonam Wangchuk is officially continuing his indefinite hunger strike from Safdarjung Hospital. He was moved by the peaceful stance of protesters and heavily triggered by the police lathi-charge during the CJP’s “Sansad Chalo” march on July 20.
Here are the fresh, hardcore facts to add to your post:
- The War Zone: Over 10,000 protesters showed up at Jantar Mantar for the march to Parliament. The clash was massive—over 118 cops were injured, 70 protesters detained, and 15-20 govt vehicles were completely smashed. Hospitals recorded 65+ medico-legal cases by the evening.
- Total Lockdown: Delhi Metro straight-up closed 5 stations, and the internet was cut off in the area while police dropped tear gas on the marching students.
- Wangchuk’s Ultimatum: He dropped a handwritten note from the hospital stating he will not eat until the youth leaders are allowed to meet MPs at Sansad Bhawan or are allowed to meet him directly at the hospital.
- The Core Demand: He is making it clear that he expects the government to fix accountability on Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the exam leaks before he even thinks about stopping.
