Environmental and education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26‑day hunger strike at a private hospital in Gurugram in the presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, his wife Gitanjali Angmo, and senior leaders of the Apex Body of Leh‑Ladakh.
✊ Reason for the Protest
- Began on 28 June 2026, demanding education reforms and accountability over paper leaks in national and state‑level exams.
- Called for transparency in recruitment processes and stronger anti‑corruption mechanisms.
- Urged the government to protect students’ rights and restore public trust in examinations.
🕊️ End of the Fast
- Wangchuk said the decision came after prolonged negotiations and assurances from the Centre.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged him to follow doctors’ advice and regain his health soon, posting a message praying for his recovery.
- Over 65 Members of Parliament had earlier appealed to him to end the fast peacefully.
- Wangchuk thanked supporters and urged everyone to remain vigilant and non‑violent.
