Do I Still Need to Prove My Sincerity?” Wangchuk Hits Back
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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has strongly rejected allegations that he struck a private deal with the Union government before ending his 26-day hunger strike.
Responding through a video message, Wangchuk questioned whether he still needed to prove his sincerity after remaining without food for nearly four weeks in Delhi’s intense heat.
Wangchuk Rejects ‘Deal’ Allegations
Wangchuk said he was deeply upset by social-media posts and political statements accusing him of compromising with the government.
He urged people to watch his complete video explanation before reaching conclusions and asked why he would have endured a 26-day hunger strike if he had intended to make a personal deal.
Why He Ended the Fast
Wangchuk said he ended his fast after receiving written assurances from the Centre and because he feared a possible crackdown on protesters.
He explained that his priority was to prevent violence and legal action against students, recalling the firing on young protesters in Ladakh in September 2025.
Congress MP’s Remarks Spark Controversy
The controversy intensified after Congress MP Imran Masood compared Wangchuk to Anna Hazare and alleged that he had entered into a personal arrangement with the government.
Masood questioned why students were not present during Wangchuk’s meeting with government representatives. BJP leaders later criticised the Congress MP’s remarks and defended Wangchuk.
Wife Appeals for Compassion
Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali Angmo, appealed to people not to judge him immediately after the fast.
She said he had lost around 11 kilograms and was receiving medical care after paying a severe physical price for the protest.
Protest to Continue
Although Wangchuk ended his hunger strike, organisers associated with the student-led movement said demonstrations demanding accountability in the examination system would continue.
Wangchuk said the government had provided written assurances, while opposition MPs had promised to raise the issue in Parliament.
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