Knews Desk- Social activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was on hunger strike for the last 20 days demanding NEET paper leak and transparency in the examination system, was admitted to Safdarjung Hospital by Delhi Police on Saturday morning. Even after being admitted to the hospital, Wangchuk has refused to end his fast. According to the hospital administration, he has refused to take IV fluids, ORS and medicines.

In the health bulletin issued by Safdarjung Hospital, it was told that Sonam Wangchuk was admitted to VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital at 7:40 am on July 18, 2026. He was brought to the hospital due to weakness and not taking solid food for a long time.

How is Sonam Wangchuk’s health condition?

According to the hospital administration, Sonam Wangchuk was completely conscious at the time of admission. His pulse, blood pressure and oxygen level were found stable. However, tests have revealed signs of dehydration. After examination by doctors, his blood sugar level was found to be 78 mg/dl. Apart from this, the level of potassium in the body was found to be low and signs of acid-base imbalance were also seen.

According to the hospital, the level of ketones in the urine test at the time of admission was 1+, which later increased to 3+. Considering her health, doctors advised her to take IV fluids, ORS and necessary medicines, but Sonam Wangchuk refused to take them. The hospital administration says that he is being constantly monitored and doctors are advising him to take treatment.

Refused to end hunger strike

Sonam Wangchuk was fasting at Jantar Mantar demanding alleged irregularities in the NEET exam, paper leak and reforms in the examination system. Even after being taken to the hospital by the police, he has decided to continue his agitation and hunger strike. People associated with the protest say that Wangchuk is not ready to back down on his demands and is demanding answers from the government.

At the same time, Sonam Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali J. Angmo has raised questions regarding the treatment in the hospital. He said that Wangchuk should not be given any medicine or medical treatment without his permission. Geetanjali said that she wants the family and her regular doctors to be consulted before any treatment. He also raised questions regarding the transparency of the medical report. He says that doctors told him that Sonam Wangchuk’s potassium level was earlier 4.3, which has now come down to 2.9. He has demanded to provide a copy of the medical report.

Demand for independent medical examination

Gitanjali Angmo said the family wants an independent medical examination before any treatment is approved. He claimed that complete information regarding Sonam Wangchuk’s condition should be shared with the family.

He has written a letter to the Medical Superintendent of Safdarjung Hospital demanding that no oral or intravenous medicine and fluid be given to Sonam Wangchuk without his consent. He has also asked for copies of all the medical reports.

Why did Delhi Police admit him to the hospital?

According to Delhi Police, Sonam Wangchuk was taken to the hospital on the advice of health experts and in view of her deteriorating condition. Police say that this step was taken keeping in mind their safety and health.

Currently, Sonam is under the supervision of doctors in Wangchuk Hospital. On one hand, the hospital is trying to provide him medical aid, on the other hand, Wangchuk and his supporters are determined to continue the movement for their demands.