# Cockroach Party Rallies Amid Hunger Strike Crisis | Global News

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-07-18T17:05:35+00:00
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A hunger strike by education reformer Sonam Wangchuk sparks national outcry as his hospitalization fuels claims of state suppression. The movement, dubbed the Cockroach Party after a Supreme Court remark likening unemployed youth to pests, demands the education minister’s resignation over exam leaks and broader systemic reform. With millions rallying online, activists vow to escalate protests, including a march to Parliament, while Wangchuk’s wife calls for transparency and medical autonomy, urging authorities to respect his consent. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8a9a6bc25298d475

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