India, July 15 -- Appeals and concern are pouring in as climate activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike, which entered its 18th day on Wednesday, July 15. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijit Dipke has been sharing daily updates on Wangchuk's health. In his last such update on Tuesday, Dipke said the activist has started losing muscle mass and is in immense pain, but refuses to quit.

Dipke shared that Wangchuk has lost over 8.4 kg weight since the beginning of his fast. He also shared details of his dropping blood pressure which, as of Tuesday (day 17th of his fast) stands at 109/70.

"He has started losing muscle mass and is in immense pain. Like everyone else, I begged him to end his fast. He calmly replied, "Don't a...