Actor Shekhar Suman has expressed support for education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk, who was admitted to Safdarjung Hospital after his health reportedly worsened during an indefinite hunger strike.
Wangchuk has been fasting for more than 20 days at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar. He is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and has raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the education system and competitive examinations.
During the latest episode of Shekhar Tonite, Suman praised Wangchuk’s determination and criticised the lack of response to his protest. He said, “Among all living corpses, he is the one truly alive,” describing the activist as someone who continues to fight for public issues despite difficult circumstances.
The episode aired just hours before Delhi Police shifted Wangchuk to Safdarjung Hospital after his health reportedly deteriorated. Doctors are currently monitoring his condition.
Shekhar Tonite, a modern revival of Suman’s popular show Movers & Shakers, features celebrity interviews, current affairs, and political satire. Its opening monologue has become a key highlight, with Suman regularly sharing his views on major national issues, including Wangchuk’s ongoing protest.