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Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike: What Delhi HC Said on Daily Health Monitoring of Social Activist
Samira Vishwas | July 16, 2026 3:24 PM CST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday disposed of a PIL concerning activist Sonam Wangchuk’s ongoing hunger strike after recording the Centre’s assurance on his medical care. The matter was heard by a Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing virtually for the Centre and the Delhi Government, informed the Court that Wangchuk is undergoing daily medical check-ups and his health parameters are being regularly monitored. The Bench directed that Wangchuk’s health should continue to be monitored daily by government doctors and experts.

The Court observed that “the life of every citizen is precious” and stressed that the government must make every effort to protect it. The High Court recorded the Centre’s assurance that any medical intervention required, based on the opinion of government doctors, would be provided without delay.

Appreciating the assurance given by the Solicitor General, the Bench directed continued clinical monitoring of Wangchuk’s health and disposed of the petition.

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