Wangchuk released a video message saying he is still alive and seeking government assurance to end his fast. The message ties any decision to call off the fast to an official assurance.

Sonam Wangchuk said from hospital that his removal from Jantar Mantar amounted to illegal detention. He framed the CJP campaign as India's 2nd Freedom Movement seeking freedom from fear and injustice.

Sonam Wangchuk said from hospital that his removal from Jantar Mantar amounted to illegal detention. He framed the CJP campaign as India's 2nd Freedom Movement seeking freedom from fear and injustice.