Social activist Sonam Wangchuk concluded her 26‑day hunger strike with Central Minister J.P. Nadda and Education Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh in attendance. She urged citizens to prevent any violence and promised a detailed video on the conditions that led to the decision.

Key Takeaways

  • Sonam Wangchuk ends a 26‑day hunger strike
  • Central Minister J.P. Nadda and Education Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh were present
  • Wangchuk calls for non‑violence and will release a video on the strike’s conditions

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk broke her 26‑day hunger strike in the presence of Central Minister J.P. Nadda and Education Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. The decision came after written appeals from 65 MPs across parties and concerns over potential nationwide violence.

Historical Background

Wangchuk had been on strike for 26 days at Jantar‑Mantar to protest the National UGC paper leak and demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Over the course of the protest, 65 parliamentarians from various parties sent letters urging her to end the strike.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that ending the strike highlights the influence of civic pressure on policy decisions while underscoring the need for high‑level diplomatic engagement to avert possible social unrest.

"Concluding a prolonged hunger strike demonstrates the effectiveness of social movements, yet it also reminds us that dialogue remains the only sustainable solution," says Prof. R.K. Mishra, political analyst.
Did You Know?: The longest recorded strike in India lasted 382 days, occurring in 1975.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Why did Sonam Wangchuk start the hunger strike?

Answer: To protest the National UGC paper leak and demand the resignation of the Education Minister.

Question 2: What are her next steps after ending the strike?

Answer: She announced she will release a detailed video explaining the conditions that led to the decision.