Wangchuk's final message before cops removed him from Jantar Mantar | Watch

Activist Sonam Wangchuk, hospitalized after 21 days of hunger striking, urged public support for his protest on children's education before a planned Parliament march on July 20. Despite his deteriorating health, he emphasized the critical nature of the issue, linking it to impactful past protests. Wangchuk's condition has heightened attention on his cause and upcoming actions.

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White sheets, plainclothes cops: How Wangchuk was ‘removed’ from Jantar Mantar

Sonam Wangchuk was removed from the Jantar Mantar protest site by Delhi Police in a covert operation, executed under new Commissioner Anurag Kumar's direction, aimed at minimizing public disruption. The operation involved plainclothes officers and a three-tier security approach. Wangchuk's aide alleged the removal was timed during his absence, while police cited health concerns for the action.

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Vishal Dadlani, Prakash Raj question Sonam Wangchuk's forceful removal: 'Shame'

Sonam Wangchuk, a Ladakhi education reformer, began an indefinite hunger strike in Delhi on June 28, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET-UG paper leak allegations. His protest highlights student suicides and examination irregularities. Despite health deterioration, Wangchuk insists on continuing the protest, gaining support from various celebrities. His hospitalization intensified criticism of oppressive governmental actions.

Dipke breaks down after Wangchuk taken away from protest: ‘He’s not a criminal'

Delhi Police transported activist Sonam Wangchuk to Safdarjung Hospital for "essential medical care" following a High Court directive due to his deteriorating health from a 21-day hunger strike. Despite this, his wife and protest leaders expressed concerns over the handling of his removal, alleging police used secretive tactics and faced objections from demonstrators. Wangchuk's protest against exam irregularities had escalated tensions at Jantar Mantar.

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Hrithik Roshan backs Sonam Wangchuk, calls for justice for students

Sonam Wangchuk, an activist, began a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on June 28, protesting against alleged NEET exam irregularities and demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Due to health concerns, he was moved to Safdarjung Hospital following a court order. Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has voiced his support for Wangchuk, emphasizing the implications of compromised examinations on future doctors and engineers. Wangchuk's activism has sparked significant attention and solidarity from the film community.

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