‘Don’t Test His Limits’: Anna Hazare Urges Centre To Hold Talks With Sonam Wangchuk
‘Don’t Test His Limits’: Anna Hazare Urges Centre To Hold Talks With Sonam Wangchuk Published By, Last Updated: July 19, 2026, 08:05 IST Appealing to
‘Don’t Test His Limits’: Anna Hazare Urges Centre To Hold Talks With Sonam Wangchuk Published By, Last Updated: July 19, 2026, 08:05 IST Appealing to the government to engage with the activist, Hazare said discussions were the appropriate way to address the issue. Rapid Read Social activist Anna Hazare. (IANS) Social activist Anna Hazare has urged the Centre to initiate talks with activist Sonam Wangchuk, saying the government should not “test his limits" and must respond to his demands through dialogue. Wangchuk, who is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy, was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital on the 21st day of his indefinite hunger strike. Appealing to the government to engage with the activist, Hazare said discussions were the appropriate way to address the issue. “The government should not test his limits. Say yes or no to his demands, but what is wrong with holding discussions?" Anna Hazare said. Social activist Anna Hazare has urged the Centre to initiate talks with Sonam Wangchuk, saying the government should not “test his limits" and must either accept or reject his demands through dialogue.
Wangchuk, who is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister… pic.twitter.com/nSBHLTQXW News18 (@CNNnews18) July 19, 2026 He added that the matter concerns society and the situation should be handled peacefully. “If there is any forceful action or pulling and dragging, the issue only becomes more complicated," he added. Ralegan, Maharashtra: Social activist Anna Hazare says, “During Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike, he was taken away and admitted to a hospital… This is a matter concerning society, and as much as possible, the situation should be handled peacefully. If there is any forceful… pic.twitter.com/5OBmLFrGvU— IANS (@ians_india) July 18, 2026 Hazare’s remarks came as concerns over Wangchuk’s health mounted following his hospitalisation after nearly three weeks of fasting on Saturday. In a statement, Safdarjung Hospital said Wangchuk was admitted with complaints of generalised weakness. It said he had no history of fainting episodes and was conscious at the time of admission, with stable pulse, blood pressure and oxygen saturation, although doctors observed signs of dehydration. The hospital said medical investigations showed compensated acidosis on blood gas analysis and low serum potassium levels.
Doctors have recommended oral/intravenous fluids and electrolyte therapy. According to the hospital, Wangchuk has refused intravenous fluids, oral rehydration solution and all medications, despite repeated counselling. The hospital said Wangchuk’s family has not yet given consent for the recommended treatment. He remains under close medical observation, and doctors are continuing efforts to persuade him and his family to accept medical treatment to avoid complications. Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, questioned the medical assessment carried out at Safdarjung Hospital and called for an independent evaluation of his condition. In a post on X, she alleged that the family’s request to have Wangchuk’s tests conducted at another laboratory and to obtain his blood samples for independent analysis was not accepted. She further claimed that the family had sought his discharge so he could be shifted to a hospital of their choice. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Key Questions Answered What are the specific demands of Sonam Wangchuk? Sonam Wangchuk's demands include the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy and reforms in India's examination system.
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