Activist Sonam Wangchuk Ends 26-Day Hunger Strike Supporting NEET-UG Aspirants

Summary

Social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike supporting students protesting the NEET-UG exam paper leak, with key political leaders present as he broke his fast.

Key Points
  • Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike supporting NEET-UG aspirants.
  • He broke his fast in the presence of BJP President J.P. Nadda, Dr. Jitendra Singh, and senior Leh-Ladakh leaders.
  • 65 MPs from various political parties urged Wangchuk to end the fast due to concerns over potential violence.
  • Students have been protesting at Delhi's Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after the NEET-UG paper leak.
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