Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali Angmo, on Thursday (July 23, 2026) appealed against linking the ongoing student protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar to incidents of violence without evidence, saying the demonstration was taking place peacefully.

In a post on X, Ms. Angmo said it was deeply painful to watch the image of students being tarnished in the media.

“As an educator, I find it deeply painful to watch the image of our students being tarnished in the media. The students’ protest is taking place peacefully at Jantar Mantar. If there are reports of violence elsewhere in Delhi, please do not rush to attribute them to this movement without evidence,” she said.

Ms. Angmo said those who knew the protesting students had witnessed their extraordinary patience, discipline and restraint.

She further questioned, saying, “I often wonder: what kind of system is so quick to distrust its own students? Why is it easier to question their intentions than to hear their concerns?”

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Stating that students should not be portrayed negatively, she said, “Our children deserve to be protected, not portrayed as villains. Their voices deserve to be heard, not drowned out by narratives that serve vested interests.”

Meanwhile, Delhi High Court agrees to hear on July 24, PIL seeking probe into CJP protest over examination irregularities.

(With inputs from ANI)