A public interest litigation (PIL) has been moved before the Delhi High Court seeking immediate medical intervention for activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

Wangchuk is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged question paper leaks and irregularities in the country's education system.

The petition has been filed by activist-lawyer Rakesh Kumar Saini, who has urged the Court to direct the Central and Delhi governments to shift Wangchuk to a government hospital and administer medical treatment, including force-feeding if necessary, to save his life.

According to the plea, Wangchuk's health has deteriorated significantly during the course of the hunger strike. It claims that he has lost nearly 8.5 kilograms and warns that if the fast continues, his life could be at serious risk within the next two days.

The petition argues that Wangchuk's death would bring immense shame to both the nation and the international community. It further alleges that the authorities have treated the activist "like a hardcore criminal, terrorist or traitor" while failing to ensure that he receives adequate medical care.

"The least the government can do is provide proper medical attention, even if forcibly, to save his life," the plea states.

It further suggests that Wangchuk should be admitted to a government hospital and provided essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals through a liquid diet to prevent further deterioration in his condition.

The petitioner has also asserted that although many people believe "the conscience of the nation is dead," he remains confident that "the conscience of the courts is not dead." On this basis, the PIL seeks judicial directions compelling the Union and Delhi governments to intervene and provide life-saving treatment.

Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike since June 28 after joining protests organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. The demonstrations seek the resignation of the Education Minister over alleged irregularities in the education sector.

The Cockroach Janta Party began as an online satirical movement that gained popularity on social media, particularly among younger audiences. Founded by Dipke, a resident of Boston, USA, the collective uses political satire to raise issues relating to unemployment, institutional accountability and media freedom. The group has been staging protests since June 20, demanding the Education Minister's resignation