The Weight of Protest: Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike Takes a Dark Turn The image of Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk, emaciated and determined, has become etched in public consciousness as he enters his 19th day of indefinite hunger strike.
His weight loss – over 9 kilograms – has raised alarm bells among doctors monitoring his condition. Dr. Satish Lamba warns that "The second stage involves elevated uric acid levels...
We now face a potential third stage, which could be alarming, involving organ involvement.