In a self-recorded video shared on X, the Prime Minister announced that the Union Cabinet will take up a draft bill providing for Fast-Track Courts and stringent punishment for offenders. “I have issued directions to departments to set up Fast-Track Courts,” he said.

Wangchuk, a 59-year-old educationist and activist, had begun an indefinite hunger strike on June 28, demanding action over the NEET-UG paper leak scandal, which has led to massive protests across the country.

Delhi University issued a safety advisory on Thursday urging students and faculty to avoid unauthorised protests at Jantar Mantar amid NEET paper leak agitation. DU cited Supreme Court directives, warning of legal action, academic consequences and safety risks.