Sonam Wangchuk enters day 20 of hunger strike, doctors warn of organ failure

Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 20th day of his indefinite hunger strike. Doctors warn prolonged fasting could affect vital organs, while the Delhi High Court has ordered daily health monitoring.

New Delhi: Activist Sonam Wangchuk has entered the 20th day of his indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, with doctors warning that prolonged fasting could soon begin affecting vital organs. Despite growing concerns over his health, Wangchuk has reiterated that he will continue the fast until the government responds to the protesters' demands.

Wangchuk Appeals to people

Sonam Wangchuk has urged young people to join him on July 20 and participate in the march to Parliament.

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Calling youth the strongest voice of democracy, he appealed to students and young citizens to come forward peacefully, support the movement and ensure that their concerns reach the government and Parliament.

मैं किसी भी हालत में 20 July तक ज़िंदा रहूँगा ताकि मैं आप सब के साथ संसद तक मार्च कर सकूँ। और अगर 20 July को हमारा मार्च सफल नहीं रहा तो फिर मैं भूत बन कर वापस आऊँगा!”

सोनम वांगचुक ने अपनी ज़िन्दगी के इतने कठिन समय पर भी अपना सेंस ऑफ़ ह्यूमर नहीं खोया!

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Critical health condition

According to the latest medical assessment, Wangchuk has lost more than nine kilograms since beginning his fast on June 28 and now weighs 56.9 kg. Doctors said his body has exhausted glucose reserves and is increasingly relying on muscle tissue for energy, raising concerns about possible organ damage if the fast continues.

Medical teams are monitoring him round the clock, describing the coming phase as the most critical.

Delhi High Court orders daily monitoring

Hearing a petition over Wangchuk's health, the Delhi High Court directed authorities to conduct daily medical examinations and provide immediate treatment if his condition deteriorates. The court observed that every citizen's life is precious and appropriate medical care must be ensured.

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The Centre informed the court that it had no objection to regular health check-ups.

Wangchuk Refuses to End Fast

Despite appeals from supporters and well-wishers, Wangchuk has refused to call off the hunger strike. He has maintained that ending the protest without any response from the government would weaken the movement. He has instead urged supporters to strengthen the proposed Parliament march on July 20.

Political Leaders Extend Support

Support for the agitation has continued to grow. Several political leaders like Political leaders including Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal, Samajwadi Party MPs Dimple Yadav and Dharmendra Yadav, and SP MP Naresh Uttam Patel extended their support, legal bodies, economists and public figures have expressed concern over Wangchuk's deteriorating health while urging the government to engage in dialogue.