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Modi faces criticism as Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike hits 20 days
Filed: Jul 17, 2026 at 4:06 AM ET
Summary: Criticism targets Prime Minister Narendra Modi for reluctance to hold press conferences as Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike enters its 20th day.
WHO: DW
WHAT: DW reports criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi over reluctance to hold press conferences during Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike and the 'Cockroach' party protest.
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 3:11 AM ET
WHERE: India
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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