Activist Sonam Wangchuk's Extended Hunger Strike Prompts Delhi HC Health Monitoring Order
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Police Forcibly Move Fasting Activist Sonam Wangchuk to Hospital
Indian police forcibly moved climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to Safdarjung Hospital after he completed 20 days of his indefinite hunger strike. Supporters and authorities intervened following severe health deterioration, though Wangchuk had previously vowed to continue his protest.
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Safdarjung Hospital Reports Sonam Wangchuk is Weak and Dehydrated but Stable
Medical staff at Safdarjung Hospital reported that Sonam Wangchuk is suffering from extreme weakness and dehydration due to his extended fast. Doctors are closely monitoring his health parameters following his emergency transfer from the protest site.
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Sonam Wangchuk Refuses to End Extended Hunger Strike Despite Worsening Health
Activists and supporters continue to urge Sonam Wangchuk to break his prolonged fast as he enters day 20 of his protest. Wangchuk stated that he is not in good shape physically but remains steadfast in refusing to call off the strike.
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Delhi High Court Orders Daily Health Monitoring for Fasting Activist Sonam Wangchuk
Stating that 'life of any citizen is precious,' the Delhi High Court directed authorities to conduct daily health checks on activist Sonam Wangchuk. Wangchuk has entered the 19th day of his indefinite hunger strike, during which he has reportedly lost 9.1 kilograms.
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