New Delhi, July 18 -- Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was taken away to Safdarjung Hospital by Delhi police on the 21st day of his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, remains stable but requires continuous observation, monitoring and treatment to restore his body parameters.

According to Safdarjung Hospital, Wangchuk is "weak due to prolonged fasting and dehydration".

"Mr Sonam Wangchuck has been admitted to Safdarjung Hospital for the required health care. He is weak due to prolonged fasting and dehydration. Although he is currently stable, he requires continuous observation, monitoring and treatment to restore his body parameters," the Safdarjung Hospital said.

The statement came after Wangchuk was taken to Safdarjung Hospital on Sa...