Support for activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike intensifies as high-profile visitors rally for change in education reform.

The activist had been on a hunger strike at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar since June 28. The Delhi Police said the action was taken in accordance with the orders of the Delhi High Court and expert medical advice concerning the 59-year-old's deteriorating health condition.

New Delhi's police have asked people to vacate the Jantar Mantar site where Wangchuk, students and supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party have been camping in protest of the education minister.

A high-level delegation of JIH visited the ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar against alleged irregularities in NEET.

As Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike entered its 20th day and the "Cockroach" party continued its protest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced criticism for his reluctance to hold press conferences. DW has more.

Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike has captured national attention. Crowds continue to thicken, and messages of support have kept pouring in. While the protest has become a talking point, the cause that triggered it appears to be fading from the conversation.

Cockroach Janta Party leader confirmed the development and said the students protesting at Jantar Mantar was being lathicharged.

Sonam Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike for over 20 days at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.