The hunger-striking engineer demanding education reforms in India
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has a long history of challenging the status quo and refusing food to highlight his causes.
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"We don't oppose development. We want sustainable growth."
— Sonam Wangchuk , Activist
Key People
Aamir Khan is a famous Bollywood actor known for his influential roles in films.
Amitabh Bachchan is a prominent Indian film actor and television host.
Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India.
Sonam Wangchuk is a respected educationist and climate activist from Ladakh, known for his work on educational reforms and climate adaptation.
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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has a long history of challenging the status quo and refusing food to highlight his causes.
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