Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike Enters Day 5: Blood Sugar Drops To 61; Dipke Warns, 'If Anything Happens...'

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is now into his fifth day of fasting at Delhi's Jantar Mantar as people worry about his deteriorating health condition.

While the protest that is going on under the banner of Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) is in its 13th day, many activists, politicians, and others from civil society have shown support for the same.

While Wangchuk is suffering from poor health condition due to five days of fasting, doctors believe that he is still well-hydrated because he keeps drinking water.

Supporters Claim Wangchuk's Health Is Deteriorating

Addressing the rally at the site of the protest, activist Abhijeet Dipke accused Sonam Wangchuk of deteriorating health.

Dipke accused Sonam Wangchuk of lowering his blood sugar level down to 60, while his blood pressure is also low.
He added that in case of any mishap with Sonam Wangchuk during the protest, the government would bear all the blame.

DAY 4 UPDATE
I’m feeling ok, bit tired though.
Doctor said BP was low, I’ll increase water n salt intake. Sugar level is low at 66 but that’s because of no food for 3 days, as ketosis takes over body starts consuming fats etc. In prolonged fast it may consume muscles & organs… pic.twitter.com/j2ajv6dIj3

— Sonam Wangchuk (@Wangchuk66) July 1, 2026

The comment shows increasing worry on the part of supporters, who have been demanding a response from the authorities regarding the demands made during the protest.

Doctor Says Low Blood Sugar Due to Fasting

Doctor, who examined Sonam Wangchuk in the course of protest, informed Oneindia regarding his state of health.

According to the doctor, RBS of Wangchuk is 61, which is below the normal level and is bound to happen after a few days of not eating anything.
It is important to note that the only health factor affecting Wangchuk apart from low blood sugar due to continuous fasting is fine.

Moreover, the doctor said that Wangchuk maintains his hydration levels because he has been drinking water during the period of hunger strike.

Political Leaders and Activists Extend Support

On Wednesday, a number of distinguished individuals came to the location where the protest was taking place and showed solidarity with Wangchuk. The list of visitors included Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Parliament, Sagarika Ghosh, Social Activist Yogendra Yadav, and Transparency Activist, Anjali Bharadwaj.

Their presence at the protest has garnered more media coverage for the ongoing movement which receives solidarity from activists and members of civil society.

With the hunger strike still continuing, it is expected that Wangchuk will be examined by doctors on a daily basis for monitoring his blood sugar levels and blood pressure.