Sonakshi Sinha and Omi Vidya The engineering activist recently expressed solidarity with the engineer on social media Sonam WangchukHis hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi has now continued into its 20th day and he has called on the government to enter into dialogue with him. In response, Wangchuk’s team left a thank-you comment on the two actors’ posts, although the 59-year-old educator continues to strike.
Imran Khan, fans also join in support
Both posts received the same response: “Thank you for your solidarity. We sincerely appreciate your support. Sonam Wangchuk’s office, would like to express our gratitude.” Actor Imran Khan, another outspoken supporter of Wangchuck, commented on Sonakshi’s post, writing: “Love this girl. The real Sonam, actually fearless.” Some fans of Sonakshi and Omi also praised the actors for their support.
Sonakshi’s emotional appeal in video statement
Sonakshi expressed her concerns in the video about Wangchuck’s deteriorating health, saying: “I have never made a statement like this, but today we cannot ignore him. Sonam Wangchuk. We all know him. We know what he did for our country, what his achievements were, how many awards he received. He was hungry. He didn’t eat anything. Who did he do this for? He did this for the future of those children who lost their lives.” He was fighting a system that wasn’t working right. I know this. You know this. We all know this. Many people remain silent. I cannot remain silent. Whatever happens, let it happen. no problem. I cannot remain silent. “
Sonakshi questions govt’s silence
Sonakshi further called on the government to initiate talks with Wangchuk, questioning: “Why is no one listening? No one cares. No one wants to have a conversation. Explaining her decision to release the video statement, she said it was time for her to speak out, adding, “I’m not anti-national.” “
Omi Vaidya compared to his ‘3 Idiots’ character
In an Instagram video, Omi Vaidya, who plays Chatur in “3 Idiots,” pointed out the real-life similarities between Wangchuck and Aamir Khan’s character Phunsukh Wangdu in the film. He encouraged people to learn more about Wangchuck’s work and the issues that prompted his protests, while also expressing concern about his deteriorating health.
Other celebrities supporting
Omi was one of the first actors to lend his voice to Wangchuk, along with Zeenat Aman, Prakash Raj, Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Soni Razdan and Abhay Deol also expressed support for Wangchuk and the PPP’s protests. On Friday, Aamir also expressed concern about Wangchuck’s deteriorating health, while clarifying that his “3 Idiots” character was not based on him.
Wangchuk’s demands and next steps for protests
Wangchuck has been observing an indefinite hunger strike and has sought the resignation of federal education minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged failings in the education system. The CJP’s protests at Jantar Mantar are now in their 28th day and the ‘Sansad Chalo’ (Parliament March) on July 20 will be the movement’s next big mobilization.