The sudden forced removal of the climate activist and educator Sonam Wangchuk from his protest spot at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar has, you know, set off widespread backlash all over the country. Wangchuk had been on that indefinite hunger strike for the last 21 days, and he was basically insisting on education reforms and also pushing for more responsibility around examination irregularities. Early on Saturday, he was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after his health was said to have worsened. Authorities, however, claimed the action was taken as per medical guidance and also matched a Delhi High Court order.
Vishal Dadlani Slams Authorities After Sonam Wangchuk Is Allegedly Detained During Hunger Strike
A few very well-known voices have criticized the police action pretty strongly. Musician and social campaigner Vishal Dadlani sounded visibly angry on social media; he called out the government’s approach to the whole matter. In an emotional update, he wondered why any force was used against a calm activist, and he also urged everyone to speak out against these kinds of steps.
Prakash Raj joins Vishal Dadlani In Questioning Sonam Wangchuk’s Forceful Removal
Prakash Raj reacted pretty strongly too to what happened, and he criticized the government’s way of handling the protests. He called it a “cowardly government” and said the authorities were not really willing to talk with the youth or even hear out their concerns. In a way his comment mirrored that growing frustration among the protesters who want change and accountability, but at the same time it also kicked off a broader discussion about how democratic dialogue is really doing in the country.
World is witnessing a Coward government who don’t want to engage in a dialogue with the youth but want to behave like Dictators . Forcibly taking away @Wangchuk66 and disrupting Students peaceful protest is a sign of Fear . What a SHAME #justasking pic.twitter.com/IrRKNQ9aFN
— Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) July 18, 2026
Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Sparks Outrage As Celebrities React With ‘Shame’
This incident has, kind of, sparked widespread outrage on social media, and a lot of people are framing it as a matter of national shame. A few famous personalities have stepped in to back Sonam Wangchuk, explaining that his protest just made clearer the grind students face when exam paper leaks happen and when the system has its flaws, and all that. That rising support also hints at the public concern about how the government reacted to what was, for the most part, a peaceful demonstration.
Why Was Sonam Wangchuk Taken Into Custody? Here’s What Happened During The Protest
The Delhi Police said the activist was taken to the hospital after doctors observed his health was getting worse in a hurry. According to police, the decision was made so he could receive timely medical care and also so his life could be protected.
Celebrities Demand Answers After Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention Triggers Nationwide Debate
The situation keeps unfolding, the calls for dialogue are getting louder and louder. A few celebrities and political leaders have urged the government to really focus on Wangchuk’s concerns, not to fall back into a defensive mode.
Also Read: Is 3 Idiots Really Based On Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk? Aamir Khan Clears The Air
