Activist Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized After Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, a 59-year-old activist, was forcibly moved to a hospital by Delhi Police on Saturday due to health concerns after a 20-day hunger strike that began on June 28. Wangchuk was protesting against India's examination system and demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in medical examinations.

His protest, held at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, attracted hundreds of supporters. Following a court order, medical experts advised that Wangchuk's health was deteriorating, necessitating urgent medical care.

The Delhi Police stated that they acted in compliance with the court's order, which required monitoring of Wangchuk's health. His lawyer, Rakesh Kumar Saini, warned that Wangchuk might not survive long without breaking his fast.

Wangchuk is known for pioneering water conservation projects in the Himalayas and has been a vocal critic of the Indian education system, which has faced backlash following a recent examination scandal affecting millions of medical students.