Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike
Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The resolution of the protest is unlikely to have a direct impact on financial markets. However, it may positively affect sentiment in the education sector by signaling government responsiveness to examination reform demands.
Climate activist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike on July 24, 2026, after receiving written assurances from the India — India and support from over 65 Members of Parliament across political parties. The protest, which began on June 28 at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanded accountability for the NEET paper leak and reforms in India's examination system. The government agreed to discuss examination reforms in Parliament, provide compensation to families of suicide victims of the NEET paper leak, and not register cases against peaceful protesters. Wangchuk was hospitalized at Safdarjung Hospital and later transferred to Medanta in Gurugram following a India — Delhi High Court order. His wife Gitanjali Angmo had moved the court alleging negligence. Union Ministers Jagad Prakash Nadda and Jitendra Singh (politician) met Wangchuk at the hospital to convey the assurances, along with leaders of the Ladakh Apex Body. Wangchuk stated that the movement for transparent and fair examinations would continue until institutional reforms are implemented.
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