Sonam Wangchuk Archives - National Times

24 Oct

Sonam Wangchuk Alleges Targeting Over Ladakh Issues Amid HIAL Land Lease Dispute

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Leh (Rajeev Sharma): Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has accused the government of targeting him and the Himalayan Institute of Alternative Learning (HIAL) whenever he raises concerns about alleged injustices in Ladakh, as a dispute over the institute's land allotment continues before the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. In a post on X on Saturday, Wangchuk alleged that government-backed media activity intensified whenever he spoke out on issues affecting the region. Referring to the controversy surrounding HIAL's land lease, he urged authorities to address the issues he had raised rather than target the person highlighting them. Wangchuk also shared…

22 Oct

Sonam Wangchuk Accuses Centre of Reneging on Ladakh Assurances as Talks Remain Uncertain

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has accused the Centre of failing to honour its commitments to Ladakh, expressing disappointment over the delay in the next round of negotiations between the Union government and representatives of the Union Territory. In a video message on Thursday, Wangchuk said Ladakh’s leaders had been expecting talks in New Delhi on October 22 after officials from the Union Home Ministry indicated that discussions would resume on that date. However, the representatives had not received an invitation, leaving the proposed meeting uncertain. Wangchuk said he had booked his travel tickets in anticipation of…

25 Jul

Sonam Wangchuk Says Fast Ended to Prevent Crackdown, Denies Any Deal with Centre

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Environmental activist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk has clarified that his decision to end his 26-day hunger strike was driven by concerns over the safety of protesting students rather than any political understanding with the Centre. Rejecting allegations of a compromise, Wangchuk said the move was taken to avoid a possible police crackdown and prevent violence against demonstrators. In a video message released late Friday, Wangchuk said the atmosphere in Delhi had become increasingly tense, prompting fears that authorities might resort to force against those participating in the agitation. Drawing a parallel with the police…

20 Jul

Sonam Wangchuk Pledges to Continue Indefinite Fast From Hospital Until Protesting Youth Meet MPs

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk declared on Monday that he will persist with his indefinite hunger strike, which has entered its 23rd day, until the government fulfills his conditions regarding the protesting youth. Writing from his bed at Safdarjung Hospital, Wangchuk stated that his decision to continue the fast follows the severe force and brutality deployed by law enforcement against peaceful youth demonstrators in the national capital. The activist has vowed to maintain his fast until youth representatives are officially permitted to meet with Members of Parliament inside Sansad Bhawan or, alternatively, are allowed unhindered access to…

20 Jul

Protesters Ready for Talks as Administration Makes Contact; Sonam Wangchuk Continues Fast

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Efforts to break the deadlock between the administration and protesters appear to be gathering pace after officials reached out to initiate discussions, according to Climate Justice Party (CJP) Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das. While welcoming the move, Das said the protesters are still waiting for a definitive response from the government before formal negotiations can begin. Addressing the media, Das said the group has sought dialogue since the protest began and remains prepared to engage in meaningful discussions. He added that although the administration's outreach came after a considerable delay, the protesters have responded positively. "We have…

20 Jul

Fresh Legal Battle Over Sonam Wangchuk’s Hospitalisation as Wife Seeks Right to Choose Medical Care

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The legal dispute surrounding activist Sonam Wangchuk's hospitalisation has intensified, with his wife, Gitanjali Angmo, filing a fresh appeal before the Delhi High Court against an order that allowed his continued treatment at Safdarjung Hospital. The appeal argues that Wangchuk should be free to decide where he receives medical care and that neither he nor his family should be denied that choice. The challenge comes after a Single Judge declined to direct the activist's discharge from the government hospital, where he was admitted after being removed from his indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. Angmo has…

19 Jul

Gitanjali Angmo Challenges Sonam Wangchuk’s Hospitalisation, Seeks Court’s Nod for Transfer

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The family of activist Sonam Wangchuk has moved the Delhi High Court, alleging that he is being prevented from leaving Safdarjung Hospital despite repeated requests and questioning the medical assessment provided by the hospital. His wife, Gitanjali Angmo, has sought urgent judicial intervention to allow his transfer to a private healthcare facility. In a public statement, Angmo said the family had lost confidence in the treatment being provided at the government hospital. She alleged that doctors had informed them that Wangchuk's potassium level had dropped to 2.9, calling it a critical condition that required immediate medical…

19 Jul

Doctors Continue Monitoring Sonam Wangchuk as Health Effects of Prolonged Fast Persist

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Social activist Sonam Wangchuk remains under close medical supervision at Safdarjung Hospital, where doctors say he is undergoing necessary treatment after the prolonged effects of his hunger strike led to changes in his health indicators. In its latest medical update issued on Sunday, the hospital said Wangchuk's vital signs are stable, but blood test results continue to reflect the impact of extended fasting. Doctors have stressed that while there is no immediate medical emergency, his condition requires continuous observation and specialised care to prevent any unforeseen complications. According to the hospital, a multidisciplinary team comprising specialists…

18 Jul

Family Seeks Prior Approval for Sonam Wangchuk’s Treatment as Activist Remains Hospitalised

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The family of social activist Sonam Wangchuk has requested that no medical procedure be carried out without their consent, a day after he was admitted to Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital following a prolonged hunger strike. His wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, said she was present at the hospital and urged doctors to consult the family and Wangchuk's personal medical team before administering any oral medication or intravenous treatment. In a message shared on social media, Angmo stated that Wangchuk had been under the supervision of a dedicated group of doctors throughout his 20-day fast and stressed that any…

18 Jul

Abhijeet Dipke Takes Over Protest Leadership, Launches Fast as Wangchuk Hospitalised

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): With activist Sonam Wangchuk now under medical care, Cockroach Janata Party chief Abhijeet Dipke has stepped forward to continue the agitation, announcing an indefinite hunger strike and reaffirming that the proposed 'Chalo Sansad' march on July 20 will take place as scheduled. Addressing supporters after Wangchuk's removal from Jantar Mantar, Dipke accused the authorities of using force against peaceful protesters. He alleged that Wangchuk, who had been fasting for nearly three weeks, was taken away in the early hours despite his fragile health. Dipke also claimed he was stopped and assaulted while making his way to…