पिछले साल 26 सितंबर को राष्ट्रीय सुरक्षा कानून के तहत सोनम वांगचुक को गिरफ्तार किया गया था. (फाइल फोटो)
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News1818-01-2026, 19:45

Sonam Wangchuk's Jail Life: Wife Reveals Activist Sleeps on Floor, Stays Optimistic

  • Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has been in Jodhpur jail for over 110 days under the National Security Act (NSA) since September 26.
  • His wife, Gitanjal Angmo, shared that Wangchuk is confined to an isolated cell, sleeps on the floor with a blanket, and has no furniture.
  • Despite harsh conditions, Wangchuk remains optimistic, practices Vipassana, yoga, and meditation, and is writing a book titled "Forever Positive" about his jail experiences.
  • He reads extensively, requesting books on various subjects, and his family brings him snacks, though dried apricots are not allowed.
  • Angmo alleges that news related to Wangchuk or Ladakh is censored from the newspapers provided to him in jail.

Why It Matters: Sonam Wangchuk maintains optimism and continues intellectual pursuits despite isolated, harsh jail conditions.

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