Sonam Wangchuk Ready To End Hunger Strike, Places THESE Demands In Letter To Ministers

New Delhi: Social activist Sonam Wangchuk has expressed his willingness to end his hunger strike, though he has placed a condition before the central government to do so. In a letter to Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, Wangchuk thanked them for visiting him in the hospital and appealing to him to call off the fast. He stated that during the discussions, the government assured him that some of his demands would be considered positively.

What did Sonam Wangchuk say in the letter? 

In his letter, Wangchuk demanded adequate compensation for the families of students who died by suicide following paper leaks. He also called for a meaningful discussion in Parliament to fix accountability, which should include considering the resignation of the Education Minister.
Referring to the 'Chalo Sansad' (March to Parliament) held on July 20, 2026, he noted that the protest remained remarkably peaceful despite alleged police excesses and the use of excessive force. The entire nation and the world witnessed the protesters' patience and their commitment to democratic dissent. Wangchuk expressed hope that the participants would not face legal cases, harassment, or retaliatory actions that could further erode their faith in democratic institutions.
Wangchuk mentioned that following the visit by the Union Ministers, around 65 Members of Parliament (MPs) from various political parties had written to him, urging him to end his hunger strike. Some MPs have already met him, while others are expected to do so later. He said the MPs reminded him that he still has much work to do in the service of the nation.
He stated that he wishes to live and return to his students, education, and the work that has given direction to his life. However, he made it clear that he could not do so at the expense of the youth for whom this movement was launched.

What did Sonam Wangchuk demand from the government? 

Sonam Wangchuk sought a clear and unconditional assurance from the government that no punitive or retaliatory legal action would be taken against any young protester involved in the movement. He asserted that the only "crime" committed by these young people was raising their voices to demand a fair and accountable education system. He stated that if the government provided such an assurance, he would end his fast, confident that the government had heeded not only his appeal but also the aspirations of millions of young Indians. However, he declared that he would continue his fast indefinitely if no such assurance was forthcoming. He also expressed the hope that the excessive use of police force against protesters would be curbed.
Wangchuk remarked that the future of democracy is determined not by how it treats those who agree with it, but by how it treats young citizens who raise their voices with courage, hope, and conviction.