Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk broke his fast, released a video message..
Environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, who had been on a 26-day hunger strike demanding accountability in the NEET paper leak case and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, finally ended his fast today, July 24th. Sonam Wangchuk shared a photo from the hospital on Instagram, writing, “Just a short while ago, in the presence of Union Minister JP Nadda, Dr. Jitendra Singh, and senior leaders of the Leh-Ladakh Apex Body, I broke my fast after 26 days.” He said, “Earlier, 65 MPs from various political parties had come to meet me or written letters urging me to end my fast. This decision was taken after lengthy discussions on various conditions and in view of the potential for violence in the country.” “Until then, I appeal to all of you to remain vigilant to prevent any kind of violence anywhere.”Sonam Wangchuk, in a video message after breaking his hunger strike, said, “I have received written assurances from them. The ministers have assured me in writing that the government will take concrete steps to prevent paper leaks and that the families of students who committed suicide due to the leak will be adequately compensated.” Reacting to this development, Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijit Dipke wrote on Instagram, “We are relieved and happy that Sonam Sir has ended his hunger strike after 26 days. Thank you, Sir, for your extraordinary courage and sacrifice.
PM Modi makes a big announcement on NEET paper leak, sets up a fast track court
Recently, youth, in collaboration with the CJP, protested against the NEET paper leak controversy and the resignation of the Education Minister. Sonam Wangchuk has been on a hunger strike for the past 26 days. He began this hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on June 28th. Due to his deteriorating health, on July 18th, the Delhi Police forcibly admitted him to Medanta Hospital, which angered the youth gathered for the protest. On July 20th, the protest escalated and thousands of students marched towards Parliament. Following a confrontation with the police, the police used lathi charge and tear gas to stop the protesters, resulting in injuries and the detention of several students. After several days of protests, the central government appears to be on the back foot, with the opposition continuously pressuring the Modi government. PM Modi has taken a major decision on this issue today, Thursday, July 23rd. According to reports, PM Modi announced that the NEET paper leak case will be moved to a fast-track court, with the goal of securing swift punishment for those involved in the paper leak. He also ordered the relevant officials to begin work immediately. Prior to the launch of this facility, during the NDA’s “Mangal Milan” meeting on Tuesday, PM Narendra Modi stated that the future of the country’s youth is a priority for his government. He added that whatever decisions are required in this matter will be taken, and no student will be harmed. PM constituted FastTrack Court Posting on social media, Modi wrote, “Nothing is more important than the well-being and future of our youth. We have decided to establish a fast-track court to ensure swift and severe punishment for those involved in the paper leak. We have directed the relevant authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our ongoing efforts to protect the interests of students. Those who attempt to harm the future of our youth will not be spared.” He also warned that it is the government’s responsibility to secure the future of the country’s youth, and that he will not back down from this. He also warned that those who dared to do this will face the harshest punishment. The Prime Minister described this decision as a relief for students, as millions of students across the country take the NEET exam every year.
CJP’s Parliament March: Protests Intensify Against Paper Leaks, Unemployment
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) organized a Parliament March today, July 20, in the national capital, Delhi, to protest against the paper leak, NEET exam scam, and unemployment. The CJP has been demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in connection with the NEET paper leak case, leading to a march by CJP students and activists today. Delhi Police is on high alert regarding the CJP’s protest march from Jantar Mantar to Parliament. Police personnel deployed on Parliament Street began lathi-charging CJP members. Meanwhile, hundreds of protesters entered the Rajiv Chowk Metro Station, creating chaos. The CJP has launched a campaign against the government on three key issues: Delhi Police have deployed heavy security forces at Jantar Mantar and invoked Section 163 in connection with the Parliament march. Police also lathi-charged protesters at Jantar Mantar, a move denied by the police. Meanwhile, Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a hunger strike for 23 days, has set three conditions for ending his fast. His first is that the government take responsibility for the education system and paper leaks. His second condition is that the CJP delegation be allowed to go to Parliament and that the MPs promise to raise the issue.His third condition is that if this is not possible due to health reasons, the MPs should come to Safdarjung Hospital and provide this assurance.
Paper Leak Protests Intensify: Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Hits 16th Day, many Leaders Back Students
Students and youth are staging a continuous sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, demanding accountability for the paper leak, reforms to the examination system, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Cockroach Janata Party’s protest continued for the 24th day on Monday, June 13th. Meanwhile, the protest continues to receive support from political leaders, academics, and social organizations across the country. Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike in support of the protest has entered its 16th day. CJP and movement founder Abhijeet Dipke said the government should not let this issue become a battle of egos, as the future of students and lives are at stake. He said admitting mistakes is not a sign of weakness but a sign of maturity, accountability, and a willingness to reform the system. Dipke said that the protest is demanding accountability for the repeated irregularities in the examination system and justice for the students. Former Law and Industry Minister P. Rajeev reached Jantar Mantar Furthermore, former Kerala Health Minister K.K. Shailaja, former Finance Minister and current MLA K.N. Bala Gopal, and former Law and Industry Minister P. Rajeev reached Jantar Mantar, where all three leaders met with students and expressed concern over paper leaks and the persistent irregularities in the examination system. The leaders stated that ensuring fair, transparent, and trustworthy examination systems is essential to secure the future of the country’s youth. Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj also reached the protest site and supported the students’ demands. He said that hard-working students should be treated fairly and that the examination system should be competitive. Aam Aadmi Party MLA Sanjeev Jha also reached Jantar Mantar to meet with the protesters and express his support for the movement. Himanshu, President of the Bhim Army Delhi, also reached the protest site and expressed support for the students’ protest on behalf of the Azad Samaj Party. Social activist Lawrence Jyoti Gogoi also joined the protest and said that the future of lakhs of youth is being affected due to repeated exam related irregularities and those responsible for this should be held accountable.
Sonam Wangchuk : Man Who Inspired 3 Idiots Fights NEET Paper Leaks..
Sonam Wangchuk, a Ladakhi engineer, education reformer, and environmental activist, is known as the “real-life Phusk Wangdu” and “Rancho.” Aamir Khan’s iconic character in the Bollywood blockbuster film “3 Idiots” was inspired by his life, innovation, and education reforms, making him famous both domestically and internationally. He was born on September 1, 1966, in Uletokpo, Leh district, Ladakh. Due to the lack of a school in his village, he did not receive formal schooling until the age of nine. In 1987, he earned a degree in mechanical engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Srinagar. After completing his B.Tech. in 1988, he founded the Student Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh with his friends and brother. With the support of the government education department and the villagers, he launched Operation New Hope. He founded Ladags Melong, Ladakh’s only print magazine, and served as its editor from 1993 to 2005. In 2025, he was tasked with drafting the Ladakh Education and Tourism Policy for the Vision Document. In 2011, he also pursued advanced studies at the Crater School of Architecture in Grenoble, France. In January 2014, he launched a project called Ice Stupa, which aimed to find a solution to the water crisis for Ladakh’s farmers by arresting the impact of meltwater from the natural Hum River during the months of April and May. In September 2016, he led an expedition to South Lhonak Lake in northwest Sikkim. In 2013, at the repeated request of a student group, he founded the New Ladakh Movement, a Ladakh version of the Green Party, to work for sustainable education, environment, and economy, and to unite local political leaders under one banner for development. During the Galwan Valley clash on the India-China border in June 2020, he appealed to use Indian wallet power and boycott Chinese products. Many celebrities in the country also supported his campaign. In March 2024, he started a fast unto death demanding constitutional safeguards for the Union Territory and protection of Ladakh from the mining lobby and went on a hunger strike for statehood for Ladakh. On 26 September 2025, he started a movement demanding full statehood for Ladakh and inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution and also sat on an indefinite hunger strike in Ladakh to press for his demands. On the 15th day of the hunger strike, protesting youth in Leh suddenly became violent, vandalizing the BJP office and the Ladakh Hill Council complex, and setting police vehicles on fire. Four civilians were killed and over 50 security personnel were injured during the clashes. The Home Ministry and Ladakh administration accused Sonam Wangchuk of inciting youth to protest through his speeches and social media statements, similar to student protests in Nepal and Bangladesh. To maintain peace in Ladakh, security agencies detained him and sent him to Jodhpur Central Jail, Rajasthan. Nearly six months later, on March 14, 2026, the Home Ministry lifted the stringent National Security Act against him and released him from Jodhpur Jail. Upon his release, Wangchuk issued a statement, saying he was against violence and that his statements had been misrepresented. Recently, he joined the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), a movement he supported during protests against youth and students and demanded reforms in the country’s education system, and described himself as a loyal member of the movement. And on 6 June 2026, he also participated in the CJP protest in support of students at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. Awards 1996 : Governor’s Medal for Educational Reforms in Jammu and Kashmir2001 : Man of the Year by The Week2002 : Ashoka Fellowship for Social Entrepreneurship, by Ashoka USA2004 : Green Teacher Award by Sanctuary Asia2008 : Real Heroes Award by CNN-IBN TV2014 : UNESCO Chair Earthen Architecture, by Craterre France2016 : International Terra Award for Best Earth Building2016 : Rolex Award for Entrepreneurship2017 : State Award for Outstanding Environmentalist by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir2017 : Global Award for Sustainable Architecture2017 : GQ Men of the Year Awards, Social Entrepreneur of the Year2017 : Indians for Collective Action (ICA) Honorary Award, San Francisco, CA2018 : Eminent Technologist of the Himalayan Region by IIT Mandi2018 : Honorary D.Litt. by Symbiosis International2018 : Ramon Macques Award