Sonam Wangchuk
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Speed News: Sonam Wangchuk Hails Vande Bharat Journey, Seeks Action on Ladakh Promises
Originals | Jul 30, 2026, 07:03 PM ISTSonam Wangchuk praises Vande Bharat journey, reminds Centre of Ladakh promises. Kharge says anti-paper leak bill introduced only to protect govt. position. Over 30 killed as PoJK protests intensify; internet suspended. Watch all the latest updates in today's Speed News.
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'Proud of Railways': Sonam Wangchuk praises Vande Bharat journey but reminds Centre of its promises
India | Jul 30, 2026, 01:06 PM ISTActivist Sonam Wangchuk was discharged from Medanta Hospital on July 27, days after ending his 26-day hunger strike over the paper leak issue.
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Wangchuk calls for reforms in India's education system, describes Pradhan's resignation as beginning
India | Jul 27, 2026, 03:54 PM ISTDuring his visit to the Rajghat in New Delhi, activist Sonam Wangchuk welcomed Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister but said it is only a beginning, as he called for reforms in India's education system.
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Sonam Wangchuk discharged from Medanta, visits Rajghat before heading to Ladakh
India | Jul 27, 2026, 02:17 PM ISTSonam Wangchuk was discharged from Medanta Hospital after ending his 26-day hunger strike over the paper leak issue. He first visited Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi before departing for Ladakh.
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Sonam Wangchuk's first reaction to Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation: 'It's a victory of democracy'
India | Jul 25, 2026, 03:41 PM ISTFollowing Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, Wangchuk said the movement would now shift its focus from seeking accountability to advocating for systemic reforms in the education system.
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Wangchuk's wife urges all to show compassion to her husband: 'Pause before you rush to criticise'
India | Jul 25, 2026, 06:52 AM ISTGitanjali J Angmo said the least we can offer Sonam Wangchuk is a day of compassion before burdening him with our own expectations and political calculations. "Not everyone is qualified to judge a life of selfless service. One must first earn moral stature to do so. Please. Have a heart," she said.
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Sonam Wangchuk slams critics over breaking fast: 'Do I need certificate after 26 days of hunger'
India | Jul 25, 2026, 01:25 AM ISTSonam Wangchuk rejected allegations that he had struck a deal with the Centre to end his 26-day hunger strike, saying such claims ignored the personal sacrifices he had made.
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SC seeks details from Centre on NEET paper leaks, says put an end to series of errors
India | Jul 24, 2026, 01:01 PM ISTThe Centre is willing to walk 10 extra miles to address problems faced by students," SG Tushar Mehta told Supreme Court on steps to curb NEET paper leaks.
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Dharmendra Pradhan must resign if Centre wants to resolve issue: Dipke ahead of talks with govt
India | Jul 24, 2026, 12:13 PM ISTCJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said the protest will continue because this movement has grown into a nationwide campaign and the protest at Jantar Mantar will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan steps down.
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'End of hunger, beginning of accountability': Sonam Wangchuk releases first video after ending fast
India | Jul 24, 2026, 08:58 AM ISTSonam Wangchuk said that the government assured of adequately compensating the families of suicide victims in the recent NEET examination paper leak.
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Why did Sonam Wangchuk end his hunger strike? What promises govt assured him? Explained
India | Jul 24, 2026, 08:10 AM ISTSonam Wangchuk said that a total of 65 Members of Parliament from different political parties had visited or signed letters urging him to break the fast.
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Centre softens stance on Jantar Mantar protesters, mulls no legal action against them: Sources
India | Jul 24, 2026, 08:03 AM ISTThe Centre is considering not filing cases against peaceful Jantar Mantar protesters and participants of the July 20 Parliament march. PM Narendra Modi has also promised a strict anti-paper leak law, while Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after government assurances.
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CJP delegation to hold talks with Centre today as Wangchuk ends hunger strike: Check venue, timing
India | Jul 24, 2026, 07:31 AM ISTThe CJP reiterated to push forward their demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, one of the core demands of the students. The discussions will take place at the Constitution Club of India.
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PM Modi, Dipke react as Sonam Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike; CJP vows to continue protest
India | Jul 24, 2026, 07:06 AM ISTActivist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after negotiations in the presence of Union Ministers. PM Narendra Modi wished him a speedy recovery, while CJP said its nationwide protest over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak will continue.
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Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike after 26 days following government's assurance
India | Jul 24, 2026, 01:42 AM ISTSonam Wangchuk has ended his hunger strike, which he launched last month over NEET paper leak. He ended his fast after meeting Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh at the Medanta Hospital in Gurugram.
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'Peace and only peace my way,' Wangchuk appeals for calm, blames anti-social elements for violence
India | Jul 23, 2026, 10:31 PM ISTSonam Wangchuk has appealed for peace and calm, and blamed the anti-social elements for violence during CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march on Monday. He said the protesters should only respond to any kind of provocation only with flowers.
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'Protest at PM residence insincere, public can't be fooled': Wangchuk's wife takes dig at Rahul
India | Jul 23, 2026, 04:27 PM ISTGitanjali J Angmo accused political parties of trying to exploit Wangchuk's reputation, insisting that the student movement remains apolitical and cannot be used for political gains.
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Speed News: Sonam Wangchuk offers to end fast if protesters face no action
Originals | Jul 23, 2026, 12:12 AM ISTSonam Wangchuk writes to centre, offers to end fast if protesters face no action. Rahul Gandhi demands Pradhan's resignation, accountability over student assaults. CJI Surya Kant warns against wasting court's time in CJP protest violence issue.
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On Day 25 of hunger strike, Wangchuk says will end fast if govt assures no action against protesters
India | Jul 22, 2026, 09:17 PM ISTIn a letter to Union ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, Wangchuk said he would end his fast only after an assurance that the protesters will not face any punitive or legal action from the government.
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Abhijeet Dipke appeals to Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike: 'Country needs him'
India | Jul 22, 2026, 03:55 PM ISTWhile urging Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike, Abhijeet Dipke added that the protest will continue until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns from his position. Wangchuk has been on hunger strike for more than 20 days.