Protest Update: Sonam Wangchuk Hails Protest Victory After Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

The resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, social activist Sonam Wangchuk described the outcome of the Jantar Mantar protest as a victory for democracy and the country's youth. He credited the peaceful movement led by students and CJP for compelling the government to respond, emphasizing that the protest succeeded through non-violence rather than force. Wangchuk thanked students, young people, and CJP members for sustaining the campaign and called on citizens to safeguard democratic values. The week leading to the protest's conclusion saw several key developments. Wangchuk was detained from Jantar Mantar on July 18 and hospitalized before being shifted to Medanta Hospital. A Parliament march on July 20 led to clashes with police, while multiple rounds of talks between the government and CJP followed. Wangchuk ended his 26-day fast after receiving assurances from the government, and Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25, prompting CJP to end the agitation. Despite criticism over ending his hunger strike, Wangchuk defended his decision, saying his prolonged fast severely affected his health and reaffirmed his commitment to the students' cause.