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"Sonam, It's Done, Bro": Salman Khan Urges Wangchuk To End Fast, Asks Students To Go Back

Salman Khan has publicly reached out to Sonam Wangchuk, urging the activist to conclude his ongoing hunger strike concerning education reforms. The actor expressed concern for the health of participating students and called for a return to regular academic activities.

By Project Chintan Newsroom
23 July 2026 · 1 min read
"Sonam, It's Done, Bro": Salman Khan Urges Wangchuk To End Fast, Asks Students To Go Back

Actor Salman Khan addressed Sonam Wangchuk regarding his current hunger strike, which began on June 28 in protest against recent paper leaks and systemic issues in the education sector. Khan used social media to tell the activist that the message had been heard and it was time to end the fast.

The Bollywood star specifically highlighted the involvement of the youth in the protest, advising students to focus on their studies and return to their classes. He emphasized that the goals of the movement had been acknowledged and further physical strain was unnecessary at this stage.

Sonam Wangchuk has been demanding greater accountability from educational authorities and rigorous reforms to prevent future leaks of competitive examination papers. While the activist has not yet officially ended the strike, the public intervention by high-profile figures has brought renewed national attention to the cause.

Source: NDTV

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