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Sonam Wangchuk Under 600-Strong Security at Medanta, Gurugram; Says He Will End Hunger Strike if Assured
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 08:07 PM
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Arunachal Pradesh politician Sonam Wangchuk is currently under a 600-strong security detail at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram. He has stated that he will end his hunger strike once certain assurances are provided.
Arunachal Pradesh's former minister Sonam Wangchuk is receiving medical treatment at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, guarded by a security detail of 600 personnel. The extensive security presence follows his recent hunger strike, launched to protest against a government decision. In a brief interview, Wangchuk said he would end the strike if the government provides certain assurances, though the specifics of those assurances were not disclosed. The government has yet to respond, and the security arrangement is expected to remain in place until the matter is resolved.