Goa, July 16 -- Activist Sonam Wangchuk has lost more than nine kilograms after completing 19 days of his indefinite hunger strike, prompting doctors to warn that prolonged fasting could soon begin affecting his vital organs. The health update came on Thursday as the Delhi High Court directed authorities to conduct daily medical monitoring, while Wangchuk reiterated that he would not end his protest without a response from the government.

According to a medical bulletin issued by Dr. Satish Lamba, Wangchuk has lost over nine kilograms since beginning his fast. His blood sugar level was recorded at 80 mg/dL, pulse rate at 72 beats per minute, and blood pressure at 105/61 mmHg while lying down and 101/65 mmHg while seated. Although doctors...