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Wangchuk shifted to Safdarjung hospital after 20 days of indefinite fast
India🏛️ PoliticsCenter7 hr. ago

Wangchuk shifted to Safdarjung hospital after 20 days of indefinite fast

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was transferred to VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi after 20 days of an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar. The move came less than 48 hours after the Union health ministry designated Dr Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital as the nodal center for medical emergencies involving protesters. Wangchuk initially refused to be moved to RML Hospital, citing voluntary medical examination but declining treatment and transfer. Medical reports indicate he experienced mild dehydration and entered the third stage of prolonged fasting, with ongoing monitoring. The health ministry ordered frequent medical checks and emergency preparedness due to concerns over protester health.

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Times of India logoTimes of IndiaIndependentCenter7 hr. ago
Wangchuk shifted to Safdarjung hospital after 20 days of indefinite fast

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was transferred to VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi after 20 days of an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar. The move came less than 48 hours after the Union health ministry designated Dr Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital as the nodal center for medical emergencies involving protesters. Wangchuk initially refused to be moved to RML Hospital, citing voluntary medical examination but declining treatment and transfer. Medical reports indicate he experienced mild dehydration and entered the third stage of prolonged fasting, with ongoing monitoring. The health ministry ordered frequent medical checks and emergency preparedness due to concerns over protester health.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about Wangchuk's medical condition and the actions taken by the health ministry without overtly favoring any political stance. While the subject involves political activism, the framing remains neutral, focusing on medical procedures and institutional actions

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