Delhi HC Urges Centre to Monitor Wangchuk's Health Amid Hunger Strike Concerns

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The Delhi High Court, hearing a PIL related to climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's deteriorating health, emphasized that 'life is precious' and directed both the central and Delhi governments to provide medical assistance if required. Wangchuk, a Ladakh-based activist, has been on an indefinite hunger strike and has reportedly lost over 9 kg since it began. Doctors have cautioned that he may soon enter a critical phase that could involve organ damage. The court's intervention underscores growing concern over the activist's well-being as his fast continues.

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