Activist Sonam Wangchuk, 59, has announced three specific conditions under which he would be willing to end his ongoing hunger strike. The demands were posted from his hospital bed on Monday, July 20, 2026, coinciding with a planned march to Parliament by a group identified as CJP.
Activist's Core Demands
Wangchuk's primary condition is a clear call for the central government to take accountability for recent failures within the education system, specifically citing alleged examination paper leaks. He emphasized that this direct acknowledgment of responsibility is crucial for him to end his fast.
If the first condition is not met, Wangchuk proposes an alternative: he and the leadership of CJP must be permitted to reach the doors of Parliament. There, elected representatives and leaders from various political parties would need to provide direct assurances that they will address the issue in Parliament.
Acknowledging his deteriorating health, Wangchuk’s third condition offers a contingency. Should his physical condition or other factors prevent him from traveling to Parliament, he states that the Members of Parliament (MPs) and party leaders must instead visit him at the hospital to deliver the aforementioned assurances.
Context and Government Response
The timing of Wangchuk's public conditions adds urgency, as they were issued on the same day CJP had organized its march towards Parliament to highlight similar concerns. As of the latest reports, the central government has yet to issue a public response to the activist's demands.