Social activist Sonam Wangchuk has delivered an ultimatum to the Delhi government, insisting that all arrested protesters be released within 24 hours. He warned that if his demand is not met, he will begin a hunger strike. He issued the ultimatum following the arrests of protesters.
Wangchuk noted that recent government restrictions prevented him from joining the protests that have erupted in the capital. Despite being barred from the streets, he said he is prepared to organise a peaceful demonstration, either in Delhi or in his hometown of Leh, should the authorities fail to act.
“Will consider dharna, hunger strike if detainees not released.” - Sonam Wangchuk https://t.co/dhzZ66MTnk
In his statement, Wangchuk stressed the importance of peaceful protest as a cornerstone of democracy. He went further, describing the current atmosphere in the country as resembling an undeclared emergency.
He went further, describing the current atmosphere in the country as resembling an undeclared emergency.
Beyond activism, Wangchuk remains engaged in his long‑standing work on water security in the Himalayas. He is developing artificial glaciers intended to store winter meltwater for use in drier months. This initiative involves what it calls '200 ticking water bombs'.
"I will do a padyatra or hunger strike if leaders are not released by tomorrow" - Sonam Wangchuk Begani shadi me abdullah deewana 😂😂🤣🤣
Protests against arrests in Delhi occurred on 2026-10-10.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has alleged that India is witnessing an “undeclared emergency” after several leaders associated with a protest were reportedly arrested. He said he had appealed for unity and peace ahead of the demonstration and expressed hope that the arrested leaders would be released soon. Wangchuk warned that if the leaders are not released by tomorrow, he may consider going on a hunger strike or undertaking a padyatra (march) to press for their release. #SonamWangchuk #Ladakh #Protest #Arrests #UndeclaredEmergency #IndiaTodaySocial