Ranchi, Aug. 15 -- Doctors at Sadar Hospital in Ranchi on Saturday expressed concern over the health condition of Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who has been on a hunger strike for 15 days, saying his sodium level has dropped to 124 and ketone bodies have been detected in his urine, indicating starvation.

Providing an update on the health of the hunger strikers, Dr Amrita said Mahto has not eaten for 15 days and is refusing to take fluids, although he continues to drink water.

"First, there is Devendra Nath Mahto, who has not eaten for 15 days. He is refusing to take fluids, though he is drinking water. An electrolyte imbalance has been detected in him. Reports show his sodium level is 124, and...