Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk said he will end his hunger strike this Sunday if the government meets specific conditions regarding student protests [1].

Wangchuk's fast highlights growing unrest over alleged irregularities in national exams and a broader demand for accountability within India's education system [2]. The protest coincides with calls for the resignation of the education minister as students continue to demand systemic reforms [3].

Currently stationed at Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi, Wangchuk has fasted for 19 days [4]. During this period, he has lost 9.1 kg [5].

To conclude the strike, Wangchuk requires a guarantee that police will not use force against student protesters [1]. He also said political leaders must assure that the issue of education accountability will be raised in Parliament [1]. While some reports indicate he set three conditions to end the fast [6], other reports specify two [7].

The activist's demands come amid tensions surrounding the Cockroach Janta Party's march to Parliament, which has faced potential bans [6]. Wangchuk's presence at the hospital serves as a focal point for those protesting the government's handling of exam scandals, and the perceived lack of transparency in academic administration [3].

Wangchuk said the fast is a means to force a conversation on the integrity of the education system. He remains under medical observation at the hospital while awaiting a response from government officials [1].

“Sonam Wangchuk said he will end his hunger strike this Sunday if the government meets specific conditions”

Wangchuk's hunger strike leverages personal health as a political tool to amplify the grievances of students facing exam irregularities. By tying the end of his fast to specific government guarantees and parliamentary action, he is attempting to shift the issue from a series of isolated student protests to a formal legislative priority, testing the government's willingness to compromise on public order and educational oversight.