Sonam Wangchuk

Sonam Wangchuk urged a Jharkhand exam protest hunger striker to drink water, leading the student leader Devendra Nath Mahato to consume water on the fourth day of his fast. Five additional individuals joined the hunger strike following Wangchuk's appeal.

Sonam Wangchuk urges the government to honor its no-FIR assurance and expresses happiness over the introduction of a bill aimed at improving public examinations in Parliament.

Sonam Wangchuk has been discharged from Medanta hospital. He plans to visit Raj Ghat to pay respects to Mahatma Gandhi before returning to Ladakh.

Sonam Wangchuk is set to be discharged from the hospital on July 27. He plans to visit Rajghat to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi before traveling to Ladakh.

Sonam Wangchuk congratulates CJP and Gen Z, thanking citizens for overcoming fear and supporting democracy following Pradhan's resignation.

Sonam Wangchuk stated he did not cut a deal with the government, emphasizing his focus on securing justice for students and young people against whom FIRs were registered. He referenced the Ladakh incident on September 24, 2025, where 80 individuals were arrested.

Delhi University colleges reopened on July 28, prompting the government to communicate with the CJP team and Sonam Wangchuk to end a protest before a major incident occurs.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that galvanized a youth movement against exam leaks and broader issues like unemployment and government accountability. Protesters, part of the 'Cockroach' movement, continue demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and comprehensive reforms, despite government measures such as fast-track courts for exam leak cases.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that fueled a large youth protest movement. Demonstrators continue to demand the resignation of the education minister.

Indian government officials have requested time until Saturday afternoon to respond to demands from the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks. Talks between government ministers and CJP representatives occurred after activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike, with protesters warning of expanded demonstrations if the demand is not met.

India has extended a mobile internet shutdown in New Delhi amid youth protests led by the 'Cockroach' movement challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The movement's leaders are set to meet government officials over education system issues, following activist Sonam Wangchuk's 26-day hunger strike and public anger over exam irregularities and scandals.

CJP is launching a website to identify police personnel who used brute force on protestors during the Parliament March. Sourav Das condemned foreign funding allegations and questioned the government's engagement with Sonam Wangchuk and himself.

Minister Rijiju stated that not holding a debate on NEET in the Lok Sabha sends a wrong message to the country. He also mentioned that activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his fast and the House should initiate the debate.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike due to concerns about possible violence, facilitating dialogue between Modi's government and Cockroach party leaders. Protests continue despite the strike's conclusion.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike. The strike was over leaked medical entrance exams.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that fueled the 'Cockroach' protests demanding education reforms and government accountability. Protesters continue to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement of measures to address exam leaks and improve accountability.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that fueled a large youth movement, but protesters vowed to continue until the education minister resigns. The protest is described as one of India's largest in recent years.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that helped galvanize a youth movement into one of India's largest protests. Demonstrators continue to demand the education minister's resignation despite the strike ending.

A protest movement in India called the 'Cockroaches' is challenging the government over education system failures and leaks in competitive exams. The movement, sparked by a Supreme Court comment comparing unemployed youth to cockroaches, demands reforms and accountability, with protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party and growing beyond student issues.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that fueled the 'Cockroach' protests demanding education reforms and government accountability. Demonstrators continue to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan despite the government’s announced measures to address exam paper leaks.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike linked to the 'Cockroach' protests demanding education reforms, but demonstrators vowed to continue until the Education Minister resigns. The movement, initially sparked by exam leak allegations, has expanded to address broader issues like unemployment and government accountability, with protests persisting despite police crackdowns and Prime Minister Modi's recent policy announcements.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that fueled the 'Cockroach' protests demanding education reforms and government accountability. Demonstrators vowed to continue until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, despite police using force to disperse crowds. The movement, initially sparked by exam leaks, has expanded to address broader issues like unemployment and economic opportunity.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike, but protesters in India’s Cockroach movement say they will continue demonstrating until the education minister resigns.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike that fueled the 'Cockroach' protests demanding education reforms, but demonstrators vowed to continue until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. The protests, initially sparked by allegations of exam paper leaks, have expanded to address broader issues like unemployment and government accountability, with thousands participating despite police crackdowns.

Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike amid concerns about possible violence and negotiations with federal ministers. The protests, part of a youth-led movement against Narendra Modi's government, continue to demand the education minister's resignation over an exam paper scandal.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after talks with government ministers. Student-led protests over leaked medical entrance exam papers continue, with demands for the education minister's resignation and broader reforms.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike over leaked medical school entrance exam papers, but protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation continue as a major youth-led challenge to PM Narendra Modi's government.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike after negotiations, citing concerns about potential violence in the country.

Sonam Wangchuk ended his fast in the presence of two Union Ministers under certain conditions. The government provided a written assurance to retract cases against students if they are not violent, according to Mr. Dorjay.

Thousands of Indian protesters in New Delhi defied restrictions to demonstrate against alleged exam leaks and government policies, leading to police crackdowns using tear gas and batons. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for exam leak cases, but protesters demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and systemic reforms.

Thousands of protesters in New Delhi defied restrictions to hold a sit-in over alleged exam leaks, with police using tear gas and batons to disperse crowds. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for exam leak cases, but protesters demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and systemic reforms.

The CJP protest, which began as a march in Delhi, has become a nationwide movement in India. Demonstrations erupted following police action against CJP protesters and activist Sonam Wangchuk, with students, political parties, and civil society groups joining the protests.

Thousands of protesters in New Delhi defied restrictions, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam leaks and broader reforms. Police used tear gas and batons during clashes, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts to address the issue.

Thousands of protesters in New Delhi are holding sit-ins against exam leaks and government policies, facing police crackdowns with tear gas and batons. The movement, led by the Cockroach Janta Party, demands the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and expanded to include broader frustrations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced fast-track courts for exam leak cases.

Thousands of protesters in New Delhi defied restrictions in demonstrations against alleged exam leaks and government policies, leading to clashes with police using tear gas and batons. The 'Cockroach' protest movement, initially satirical, demands the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and systemic reforms.

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has been on a 26-day hunger strike, losing 11kg, and is the main figure at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke urged Sonam Wangchuk to end his 25-day fast, stating the movement will continue. Dipke also questioned PM Modi's silence on the issue.

Thousands in India's 'cockroach' youth movement protest in New Delhi, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation after the leaked National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) was canceled, leading to student suicides and a re-test. The movement, linked to satirical Cockroach Janta Party, highlights youth frustrations over education system flaws and high-stakes exams.

Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh met Sonam Wangchuk at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, spending over an hour enquiring about his health and conveying the government’s decision to initiate a debate in Parliament.

Sonam Wangchuk is participating in a hunger strike to support the Cockroach movement protests in India, aligning with a historical tradition of such demonstrations.