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As Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike enters Day 18, CJP calls for one-day mass fast at Jantar Mantar on Thursday
Updated On: 15 July, 2026 04:48 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a one-day mass hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Thursday in solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk and students, as the Ladakh-based activist completed the 18th day of his indefinite fast

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk being attended by medical professionals as Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke looks on during a protest, at Jantar Mantar, in New Delhi, on Wednesday. PIC/PTI
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has called for a one-day mass hunger strike on Thursday at Jantar Mantar in solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk and students, as the Ladakh-based activist completed the 18th day of his indefinite hunger strike.
"Tomorrow, July 16, join us for a one-day mass hunger strike in solidarity with Sonam Wangchuk and the students of this country," the CJP announced in a post on X, accompanied by a poster urging support for justice and prayers for the activist.


