Jantar Mantar, CJP, Wangchuk : Indian activist on hunger strike for 26 days loses 11kg, says 'still alive'

Asia-Pacific Health Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:43:19 GMT High confidence — 78/100

As Wangchuk has grown increasingly frail, concerns over his health have mounted.
Before being taken to hospital, he endured 21 days in Delhi's scorching summer heat on nothing but salt and water.
In a statement on Wednesday, Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, said the activist was admitted to the ICU.

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As Wangchuk has grown increasingly frail, concerns over his health have mounted.
Before being taken to hospital, he endured 21 days in Delhi's scorching summer heat on nothing but salt and water.
In a statement on Wednesday, Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, said the activist was admitted to the ICU.

Sources: BBC News