Before I break fast, want assurance that punitive action won’t be taken against protesting students: Wangchuk
After receiving several requests to end his fast, activist Sonam Wangchuk said that he would break his fast if the Govt assures that no punitive action is taken against protesting students.
“During our discussion, you assured me that the Government would positively consider the following,” Mr. Wangchuk said in a letter, referring to his meeting with Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh.
He said government would consider:
1. Adequate compensation for the families of students who committed suicide following the examination paper leak.
2. A meaningful discussion in Parliament to ensure accountability, including consideration of the resignation of the Hon’ble Education Minister.
“I respectfully request an unequivocal assurance from the Government that none of the young protesters will face any punitive or retaliatory legal action for participating in this movement. Their only “offence” has been to raise their voice for a fair and accountable education system,” he added.
“If such an assurance is given, I shall end my fast with faith that the Government has heard not only my appeal but also the aspirations of lakhs of young Indians. In the absence of such an assurance, I will be forced to continue my fast indefinitely. I also hope that there will be no further use of excessive police force to repress the movement.”
