Sonam Wangchuk concludes his 21-day “climate fast” in Ladakh and sends PM Modi a new plea

Sonam Wangchuk called off the “climate fast” and declared the next steps they will take to put pressure on the government to accede to their requests.Sonam Wangchuk, a climate activist, called for the independence of Ladakh and the preservation of the delicate Himalayan nature, and on Tuesday he concluded his hunger fast. Wangchuk emphasised, however, that this marked the end of his hunger strike and not the movement, since tomorrow would see female protestors embark on a “climate fast.””The movement is still ongoing; this marks the conclusion of phase 1 of the hunger strike, which lasted for 21 days. The women’s hunger strike will begin tomorrow and will go on in a similar manner for however long it takes, Wangchuk said his followers who had gathered at the location.

Hours after he renewed his call for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to keep his word to the people, Wangchuk called off his hunger strike.Wangchuk added, “Modi is a devotee of Lord Ram and should follow his teaching of ‘pran jaye par vachan na jaye’ (one may lose their life, but must not break their promise),” reminding the prime minister of the promises made by the BJP in its electoral manifestos.

“Even if democracy originated in India, each and every one of us has incredibly unique authority. Since we are the kingmakers, we have the power to force a government to alter course or overthrow it if necessary. This time, let’s not forget to exercise our right to vote with extreme caution in the best interests of the country.”