Banners and growing numbers of people turned Jantar Mantar into a crowded protest area on Sunday, July 19, 2026, after the Cockroach Janta Party founder called for an overnight vigil before a planned march to Parliament on Monday. Sonam Wangchuk’s wife stated that the activist would end his hunger strike on Monday if leaders visited him at Safdarjung Hospital and promised to focus on education accountability in the Monsoon Session. Supporters continued arriving at the site as preparations advanced for the march. A party spokesperson said nearly 20,000 people were already present. Several political figures and public personalities expressed support, including actors and leaders from various parties. One leader described the next day as historic and called for a peaceful event. The founder urged followers to stay overnight to maintain order and said the hunger strike continued despite the activist’s earlier removal. His wife announced that the strike would stop if assurances were given on education issues. The activist described the march as a key movement for justice regarding alleged paper leaks. The group warned of possible police measures and asked supporters to avoid any provocation. At a nearby site, other hunger strikers continued their fast and reported attempts to remove them that were blocked by human chains.
