Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram on July 23, 2026, with the presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh.The decision followed negotiations involving 65 MPs from various parties and concerns over potential nationwide violence.
PM Narendra Modi announced stricter measures against paper leaks, including fast-track courts and harsher penalties, following discussions in the Cabinet.Modi emphasized swift re-exams for 22 lakh students and promised a bill to address leak-related issues.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), praised Wangchuk's courage and vowed continued protests until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.The CJP-led agitation over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, affecting millions of students, remains active with calls for nationwide demonstrations.Modi urged Wangchuk to prioritize her health, while Dipke highlighted the movement's impact on national consciousness.
Original title: Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike after 26 days; PM Modi, Abhijeet Dipke react
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