Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:32am on 18 Jul 2026,Saturday India
Opposition parties strongly criticised the Central government after climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was removed from Jantar Mantar and shifted to Safdarjung Hospital following health concerns during his prolonged hunger strike. Leaders accused the government of suppressing a peaceful democratic protest and questioned the handling of Wangchuk's detention and hospitalisation. Several opposition figures described the action as undemocratic and demanded immediate dialogue with the protesters over their demands concerning alleged examination irregularities. The government and Delhi Police maintained that Wangchuk was moved solely on medical grounds after his health deteriorated, following medical advice and court directions. (PC: X)
