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Youth-Led Protest Escalates in India Following Hospitalization of Activist
Published July 18, 2026
The protest led by India’s youth-driven Cockroach Janta Party has intensified after activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly admitted to a hospital on the 21st day of his hunger strike. The organization was founded to advocate for various social issues affecting young people in the country.
In a show of solidarity with Wangchuk, party founder Abhijeet Dipke commenced a fast of his own. During an event to rally support, Dipke was splashed with ink, highlighting the tensions surrounding the demonstration.
As public attention grows, the future of the protest and the health of Wangchuk remain focal points for supporters and observers alike.
