Climate Activist Sonam Wangchuk Moved to Hospital, Court Backs Action

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was taken from a protest site in New Delhi after more than 20 days of an indefinite hunger strike. Authorities moved him to Safdarjung Hospital for medical monitoring. Wangchuk, known for his work in Ladakh, had been protesting at Jantar Mantar. Some groups, including the Cockroach Janta Party, criticized the removal, calling it forceful. However, the Delhi High Court later ruled that the government's decision was lawful. The court said the action was necessary to protect Wangchuk's health. The case has drawn attention to the issue of prolonged hunger strikes and the rights of protesters. Wangchuk's hunger strike was aimed at pressing for climate action and sustainable development in Ladakh. The court's decision has sparked debate among activists and legal experts. Some say the move was justified to prevent a medical emergency, while others argue it violated the right to protest. The government maintains that it acted in the activist's best interest. As of now, Wangchuk is under medical care. The protest site remains under police watch.