India, July 18 -- Climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk was shifted to Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital by the Delhi Police early Saturday after his health deteriorated on the 21st day of his indefinite hunger strike.

Wangchuk was admitted to the hospital's emergency ward, where hospital sources said he was conscious and his vital parameters were stable.

The 59-year-old had been observing an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar since June 28 in support of a youth-led protest against alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, including the NEET controversy.

In a statement, Delhi Police said Wangchuk was moved to the hospital on the advice of medical experts and in compliance with directions issued by the Delhi High Cour...