India, July 16 -- The government told the Delhi High Court on Thursday that it can provide medical assistance to climate activist Sonam Wangchuk based on assessment of doctors checking up on him. The remarks came as the court took up a petition seeking urgent medical intervention for Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar for over two weeks now.

During the hearing, the high court directed the government to monitor Sonam Wangchuk's health on a daily basis and decide on required medical intervention accordingly.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, assured the court that Wangchuk's health would be monitored daily by government doctors, medical experts and any medical intervention cons...