Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:22am on 18 Jul 2026,Saturday India
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk said he has lost nearly 20% of his body weight during his prolonged hunger strike, highlighting the physical toll of his protest. Speaking from hospital after being shifted due to deteriorating health, Wangchuk questioned why governments have fallen over issues like rising onion prices but not over students' concerns. He urged authorities to engage in meaningful dialogue and address demands for accountability over alleged examination irregularities. His remarks have intensified the ongoing debate, with public figures and supporters renewing calls for urgent government action and a peaceful resolution to the protest.
