Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday joined climate activist Sonam Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar, backing protests over alleged irregularities in the 2026 NEET-UG exam and warning the BJP-led Centre of political consequences if demands are ignored.
The AAP leader, addressing demonstrators, urged the government to heed the youth movement and Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike. He invoked the 2014 election outcome as a caution, stating, "Listen to the youth, the movement, and Sonam Wangchuk; otherwise, three years later, you will meet a 2014-like fate."
Kejriwal demands Pradhan’s resignation, proposes Wangchuk as Education Minister
Kejriwal called for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation and suggested Wangchuk replace him. "Dharmendra Pradhan should resign, and the Prime Minister should make Sonam Wangchuk the Education Minister of the country," he said.
Delhi High Court orders daily health monitoring for Wangchuk
The Delhi High Court directed authorities to clinically monitor Wangchuk’s condition daily during his hunger strike. A Division Bench noted that "the life of every citizen is precious" and mandated immediate medical intervention if required.
The order followed a PIL concerning Wangchuk’s deteriorating health. The engineer-turned-activist entered the 19th day of his fast on Thursday, demanding Pradhan’s resignation over the NEET-UG controversy and paper leak allegations.
