Sonam Wangchuk Continues Hunger Strike, Seeks Dialogue As CJP Protest Reaches Day 25

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has refused to end his indefinite hunger strike despite deteriorating health, insisting that he will continue his protest until the government initiates a dialogue, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) said on Tuesday. The outfit said Wangchuk's fast entered its 17th day, while the party's broader agitation completed 25 days. According to a health bulletin released by the CJP, Wangchuk has lost 8.5 kilograms since beginning his fast and is experiencing muscle loss and "immense pain."

Despite his condition, the activist has decided not to withdraw the protest without meaningful discussions with the government. The health update stated that Wangchuk's blood pressure was recorded at 109/70 mm Hg. The party said medical professionals continue to monitor his condition, while expressing concern over the physical toll the prolonged hunger strike has taken on him. In a statement, the CJP said Wangchuk remains firm in his demand for dialogue rather than confrontation.

The organisation claimed that despite appeals regarding his health, he has reiterated that ending the fast without engagement from the government would undermine the purpose of the protest. Supporters and members of the outfit have continued demonstrations alongside Wangchuk, calling on the government to initiate talks. The CJP said the agitation has now entered its 25th day, with participants continuing to press for discussions over the issues raised by the activist.

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Wangchuk, an engineer, education reformer and environmental activist from Ladakh, has previously led campaigns on issues related to environmental conservation, sustainable development and governance. His protests have often focused on policy matters affecting the Himalayan region and local communities. The latest hunger strike has drawn attention to his demands, although the CJP did not indicate any breakthrough in discussions with the government. The organisation maintained that dialogue remains the only acceptable path to resolving the impasse.

Medical experts generally caution that prolonged fasting can result in significant health complications, including muscle loss, weakness, nutritional deficiencies and organ-related risks if not carefully monitored. The health bulletin released by the CJP underscored concerns about Wangchuk's physical condition but said he remains determined to continue the fast. As the protest enters its third week, attention is likely to remain focused on whether the government responds to Wangchuk's call for dialogue and how his health evolves in the coming days. The CJP has reiterated that the protest will continue until meaningful engagement takes place.

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