India, July 15 -- Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah joined a collective of prominent public figures on July 14, 2026, to urge educator Sonam Wangchuk to terminate his indefinite hunger strike as his physical health reaches critical levels. The appeal emphasizes that while his cause is vital, the movement requires its leadership to remain healthy for the long term.

Severe Physical Decline At Jantar Mantar Wangchuk has completed 16 days of his fast at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, while the broader protest led by the Cockroach Janta Party entered its 24th day. Organizers report that the Ramon Magsaysay Award winner has lost 8.2 kilograms since the strike began. Medical readings shared by CJP founder Abhijit Dipke indicate a blood glucose level...