Feb 7, 2024
Political activist Netiporn Sanesangkhom transferred to hospital following hunger strike
Netiporn Sanesangkhom, also known as Bung, was transferred to the Correctional Hospital after an 11-day hunger strike. She was too frail to walk and suffering from hepatitis and cystitis. Her protest aimed to highlight the need for judicial reform and to stop imprisoning individuals due to political disparities. She faced a contempt of court charge and a lese-majeste charge under Section 112 of the Criminal Code.