Sonam Wangchuk Describes Hospital Treatment as Prison-Like Experience

Sonam Wangchuk, a prominent activist and engineer, recently completed a 26-day hunger strike in support of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which was protesting against the NEET-UG examination paper leak. Following his hunger strike, which he initiated to draw attention to the issue, Wangchuk was taken into custody by the Delhi Police on July 18 and subsequently transferred to Safdarjung Hospital. In a recent video, he expressed his discontent with the treatment he received during his time at the hospital, likening it to being treated as a prisoner rather than a patient. His comments have sparked discussions about the treatment of activists and the rights of individuals in medical facilities.

Wangchuk, who is 59 years old, described his experience at Safdarjung Hospital as one that was far from typical for a patient. He stated that he felt as though he was in a military camp rather than a healthcare facility. The activist claimed that he was confined to his room without the freedom to step outside or interact with anyone, which he found deeply troubling. In his video, he elaborated on the restrictions placed upon him, noting that even the simplest forms of communication were heavily monitored. He was not allowed to have a mobile phone or a laptop, making it nearly impossible for him to reach out to his family and friends, who were eager to support him during his ordeal.