Vivek Oberoi dodges question on Sonam Wangchuk amid continued hunger strike: ‘Abhineta hun, neta nahi’
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As concern continues to grow over activist and educator Sonam Wangchuk 's health amid his indefinite hunger strike, star Vivek Oberoi has opted to stay away from the issue. When asked to weigh in on the ongoing protest, the star sidestepped the question, saying he is an star, not a politician.
Adding to this, Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike entered its 20th day today on Friday. Vivek Oberoi evades question on Sonam Wangchuk Of late, Vivek stepped out for an event where he was asked about his opinion on the ongoing protest and Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike. However, it is not clear at which event Vivek shared his views. The star avoided the question, mentioning that he avoids commenting on political matters but believes people must be allowed to raise their concerns in a healthy democracy.
Meanwhile, Responding to the question, Vivek shared, “Yaar main abhineta hun, neta nahi hun. Toh main political cheezon pe dhyaan nahi deta hun. Hum toh observe karte hai, seekhte hai. Life mein bahut kuch dekhne aur seekhne ko mil raha hai (I'm an star, not a politician. So I don't involve myself in political matters. I simply observe and learn. Life is giving me plenty of opportunities to watch, experience, and learn).”
Notably, When asked what he had made of Sonam Wangchuk's protest, Vivek shared that people expressing differing opinions was an integral part of democracy. He added that in a democratic country, everyone has the right to voice their views and be heard.
As per the latest buzz, “Observe ye kiya hai ki ye bhi ek nayi cheez thi aur mujhe lagta hai ek healthy democracy mein har awaaz ko apni jagah milti hai. Ye logo ne agar apni awaaz vyakt ki hai toh ye healthy democracy ka sign hai (What I've observed is that this was something new. I believe that in a healthy democracy, every voice has its place. If people have expressed their views, it's a sign of a healthy democracy)," Vivek added.
In further updates, Notably, Vivek stopped short of either backing or criticising the protesters' demands. Instead of taking a position on the issue, the star confined his remarks to emphasising the importance of a democratic society where people are free to voice their concerns and express their opinions.
On top of that, The Cockroach Janata Party has been protesting at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi since June 6, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities and leaks during the NEET exams. Wangchuk joined them and began his indefinite hunger strike on June 28.
Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike entered its 20th day today on Friday. The Delhi High Court is set to hear a public interest litigation raising concern over the activists health. A petition was filed before the high court on Wednesday, seeking urgent medical intervention, including admission to a hospital, ensuring that he receives the required medical treatment and force-feeding food to him.
Source: Hindustan Times