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The Health Risks of Going On a 26-Day Fast As Demonstrated By Sonam Wangchuk's Recent Hunger Strike

Environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk ends his 26-day hunger strike as experts explain the health risks of prolonged fasting, starvation, malnutrition, and recovery.

Medical Daily · Jul 24

Have a heart: Sonam Wangchuk's wife asks critics not to rush to judge him for ending hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike, having received commitments from the government. His wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, reached out for public compassion during this challenging time. Wangchuk’s fast resulted in a sharp loss of eleven kilograms, and he is now recovering at Medanta Hospital's intensive care unit.…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Jantar Mantar: As Modi govt steps up outreach, what do students think about the road ahead?

Despite two rounds of talks with the government, Sonam Wangchuk ending his 26-day hunger strike, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi promising tougher laws against exam paper leaks, the anger at Jantar Mantar has not subsided.

Newslaundry · Jul 24

'Beginning of accountability': Wangchuk says extended fast by 2 days as negotiations were on

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday. He received assurances from the government and MPs regarding examination reforms. The government also promised compensation for victims of the NEET-UG paper leak. Peaceful protesters will not face any cases registered against them. Wangchuk ended his fast after assurances were read…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Modi replaces TV anchors with a reel but the crisis isn’t scrolling away

“Here comes PM Modi’s video! This is BIG!” tweeted Sudhir Chaudhary.

Newslaundry · Jul 24

Sonam Wangchuk ends fast: What happens next to CJP protest, negotiations with govt and steps to resolve NEET paper leak crisis

Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after 26 days following government assurances. The Centre promised no legal action against peaceful NEET protesters. A delegation will meet ministers regarding the exam leak controversy. Prime Minister Modi pledged stricter actions against future paper leaks. The Cockroach Janta Party continues its protest for…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike after 26 days as ‘cockroach’ protests continue

Wangchuk’s fast became a rallying point for India’s ‘Cockroach’ protests

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Government, Cockroach Janta Party to hold talks today after Jantar Mantar showdown

The Centre and the Cockroach Janta Party will hold talks on Friday. This meeting follows massive protests and a police crackdown in Delhi. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after discussions. Thousands of protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar demanding reforms. The youth-led movement has become a significant anti-government…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Indian activist ends 26-day hunger strike, though student protests continue

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on Friday after talks with government ministers, but student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continued, with demonstrators demanding the education minister's resignation and wider reforms.

France 24 · Jul 23

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike in presence of Union Ministers Nadda, Jitendra Singh

Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after meeting Union ministers Nadda and Singh. He had sought assurances regarding student protesters and examination reforms. The government agreed to consider compensation for affected families. Discussions in Parliament will address accountability and potential ministerial resignation. Wangchuk urged continued peaceful demonstrations by all…

The Economic Times · Jul 23