‘Wangchuk will end fast tomorrow if…’: What wife Gitanjali Angmo said ahead of 20 July Sansad Chalo rally
Sonam Wangchuk will end fast tomorrow if political leaders meet him, assure to raise education accountability in Monsoon Session, said climate activist's wife Gitanjali Angmo
Sonam Wangchuk will end fast tomorrow if political leaders meet him, assure to raise education accountability in Monsoon Session, said climate activist's wife Gitanjali Angmo on Sunday (19 July, according to a PTI report. Sonam Wangchuk on Sunday issued a message from the hospital urging supporters to participate in the proposed July 20 march. The proposed Sansad Chalo march to Parliament clashes with the opening day of Parliament's Monsoon Session, which will continue till August 13. Wangchuk stable, updates Safdarjung Hospital Providing an update on Wangchuk's health, Dr Prof. Manisha Thakur, Head of the Department of Medicine at Safdarjung Hospital, said the activist remained under close observation. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What are the reasons behind Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike? ⌵ Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike is aimed at protesting against alleged irregularities in public examinations, specifically regarding the NEET paper leak, and to advocate for reforms in the education sector. 2 Why did Gitanjali Angmo express distrust in Safdarjung Hospital? ⌵ Gitanjali Angmo voiced her mistrust in Safdarjung Hospital due to discrepancies in the reported potassium levels of Sonam Wangchuk, and concerns over the hospital's refusal to share his medical records or allow a second opinion. 3 How did Delhi Police respond to the planned 'Chalo Sansad' march? ⌵ Delhi Police confirmed that they did not grant permission for the 'Chalo Sansad' march on July 20, warning participants of potential legal action for unauthorized gatherings and imposing prohibitory orders in New Delhi.
4 What conditions prompted Sonam Wangchuk's hospitalisation? ⌵ Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalised after showing signs of dehydration due to his prolonged hunger strike, which required immediate medical attention as per the doctors' advice and directions from the Delhi High Court. 5 Should supporters participate in the 'Chalo Sansad' march despite police warnings? ⌵ Supporters are encouraged to proceed with the 'Chalo Sansad' march peacefully, as both Sonam Wangchuk and his wife Gitanjali Angmo have expressed their wishes for the movement to continue, despite police cautions against unauthorized assembly. Also Read | Wangchuk news LIVE: Delhi Police says no permission sought ahead of parl march "Sonam Wangchuk is admitted under VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital. Since yesterday, he is under close monitoring and observation. His vital parameters at present is stable. His blood parameters have shown a slight improvement than yesterday. But still he requires a constant monitoring round the clock. "We have got a multidisciplinary team who is taking care of him. Our team also includes the doctors from AIIMS Delhi and VMMC, Safdarjung hospital. The specialists of both the hospitals are of the opinion that Sonam Wangchuk requires round the clock medical care and monitoring. "If you do a prolonged fasting, then it affects your health, it is a type of stress to your body, and it can lead to complications. So the early detection of complication is very necessary, which can be done by monitoring.