Indian social activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has been admitted to a government hospital after his health deteriorated on the 21st day of a hunger strike in New Delhi.
Wangchuk, 59, began the indefinite fast on June 28 in support of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a youth-led movement demanding the resignation of India's Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, over nationwide exam paper leak scandals that affected millions of students.
Delhi police said the activist was transferred to the hospital following a court order and medical advice after his condition worsened.
"In compliance with the Delhi High Court's directive and based on medical recommendations, Mr. Sonam Wangchuk has been shifted to a government hospital for urgent medical care and is currently under observation," a senior police official said.
The Delhi High Court had earlier instructed authorities to closely monitor Wangchuk's health and intervene if necessary after concerns were raised about his worsening condition.
Police also cleared several protesters from the demonstration site, while supporters accused authorities of forcibly removing Wangchuk. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke condemned the action and announced he would begin his own indefinite hunger strike.
The protest movement has attracted nationwide attention and widespread support on social media, with campaigners calling for major reforms in India's examination system. Protesters have also announced plans to march to Parliament on July 20 to renew their demands for education reforms and the education minister's resignation.
Wangchuk, who spent several months in prison last year over allegations linked to protests in Ladakh, has denied any wrongdoing and says his campaign is aimed at ensuring accountability and protecting the future of Indian students.
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