Why Sonam Wangchuk told Abhijeet Dipke to 'shut up' during Jantar Mantar hunger strike; CJP founder reveals
The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed government doctors to conduct daily health check-ups of activist Sonam Wangchuk amid growing concerns among his supporters over
The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed government doctors to conduct daily health check-ups of activist Sonam Wangchuk amid growing concerns among his supporters over his condition after nearly three weeks on a hunger strike at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest, which has been continuing at Jantar Mantar in the national capital. The 59-year-old activist has been on an indefinite fast since June 28, calling for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination system, along with a broader set of education reforms. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke recalled a funny conversation with Sonam Wangchuk when the activist told him to “shut up” after Dipke told him to use wheelchair to go the washroom amid weakness. Wangchuk said he will walk as he was capable of it, Dipke said. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What caused Sonam Wangchuk to go on a hunger strike? ⌵ Sonam Wangchuk initiated the hunger strike to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in the medical entrance examination system and to call for broader education reforms. 2 Why did Sonam Wangchuk refuse to use a wheelchair during his hunger strike?
⌵ Despite experiencing weakness, Sonam Wangchuk insisted on walking to the washroom because he felt capable and wanted his associate, Abhijeet Dipke, to focus on the protest and the people attending rather than worrying about him. 3 How has the Delhi High Court responded to Sonam Wangchuk's health during the hunger strike? ⌵ The Delhi High Court ordered that government doctors conduct daily health check-ups on Sonam Wangchuk due to concerns about his deteriorating health as he enters the critical phases of prolonged fasting. 4 What risks to health is Sonam Wangchuk facing during his hunger strike? ⌵ Sonam Wangchuk faces significant health risks, including potential multi-organ complications, due to prolonged fasting, which has led to alarming changes in his internal biochemistry and a loss exceeding nine kilograms. 5 Should the government intervene in Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike? ⌵ Yes, the government should intervene, as highlighted by the Delhi High Court, ensuring that Wangchuk's health is monitored and necessary medical assistance is provided to prevent detrimental health outcomes. While reflecting on the bond with Wangchuk, he stated “it's like a parent and child”. Wangchuk told him to not worry about him and instead focus on people who were arriving at the protest site, Dipke shared.
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