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DELHI’s Jantar Mantar is all set for the Cockroach Janta Party’s Protest today on July 20, 2026. The Delhi Police have ensured elaborate security arrangements in and around Jantar Mantar. The ‘Sansad Chalo’ protest was called by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke and Indian education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on hunger strike since June 28, 2026. He is on hunger strike to lend support to students over alleged irregularities in India's National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET-UG, and other public examinations.

Several actors, political leaders, and common people thronged the protest site at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi. The authorities and police were advised to provide security arrangements. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke called for a night-long vigil and activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo said that he will end his hunger strike if political leaders assure to raise educational issues in Parliament. 

Ahead of Cockroach Janta Party’s call for ‘Sansad Chalo’ on July 20, 2026, the Delhi Police have done several layers of security screening, over 300 police personnel, and barricades to ensure public safety.

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) posted on X " Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat and Seva Teerth metro stations have been closed till further instructions," for security reasons.

The Delhi Police said, around 8,000 protesters have gathered at Jantar Mantar for the ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest organized by Cockroach Janta Party’s founder Abhijeet Dipke and activist Sonam Wangchuk. Students are arriving in large groups at Jantar Mantar ahead of the proposed march to Parliament. The students started gathering at Jantar Mantar since morning, raising slogans of “Jai Bhim“ and “Jai Constitution.”

Ashutosh Ranka, spokesperson of Cockroach Janta Party said that they are coordinating with the Delhi police ahead of the protest march. He requested the protesters to “stay put and maintain peace.”

Gitanjali Angmo, Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, has reached Jantar Mantar, where thousands of protesters including students have already gathered ahead of the planned march to the Parliament.

The police used lathi-charge amid the protest march as one barricade was breached. After the lathi-charge, the protestors sat right in front of the police cordon.

Three Delhi Metro station gates were temporarily closed on Monday morning ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) planned march to Parliament, as thousands of supporters began gathering at Jantar Mantar to participate in the "Chalo Sansad" protest.

According to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), entry and exit gates at Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat and Seva Teerth Metro stations were closed until further instructions as a precautionary measure in view of the proposed march.

Shortly before the DMRC issued its advisory, the Cockroach Janta Party claimed that multiple Metro stations had been shut as protesters were making their way to Jantar Mantar to join the demonstration.

In a subsequent update, the DMRC informed commuters that the interchange facilities and station gates at Rajiv Chowk and Central Secretariat Metro stations had been reopened, indicating a partial restoration of normal operations.

The protest has been organised to press for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG paper leak case and other examination-related irregularities, including the 12th CBSE Board, that have sparked nationwide concerns over the integrity of competitive examinations.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has also extended support to the march along with the Cockroach Janta Party. Wangchuk, who has been observing an indefinite hunger strike, is currently admitted to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi after being shifted from the protest site.

His hospitalisation came after the Delhi High Court permitted authorities to intervene if his health condition deteriorated during the course of the fast.

The Monsoon Session is set to commence on Monday and will run until August 13, featuring a total of 19 sittings over the four-week period.

Mobile internet shut in several parts of Central Delhi ahead of Cockroach Janta Party’s march to Parliament.

In a new update, Seva Teerth Metro Station gates has now opened, which were shut briefly amid the swelling Cockroach Janta Party protest.

A large number of protesters, who had gathered at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Monday, tried to organise their ‘Chalo Sansad’ march, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak issue. The situation turned tense as clashes broke out between police and demonstrators, with security personnel attempting to stop them from crossing barricades.

The protest witnessed a heavy security presence, with Delhi Police putting up multiple layers of barricading across the New Delhi district to control the movement of protesters. According to police officials, the protesters gathered at the protest site as crowds continued to swell.

Visuals from the spot showed hundreds of students and young protesters carrying flags and raising slogans. Many protesters were seen attempting to move beyond the barricades, following which police personnel repeatedly pushed them back to maintain order.

Police personnel were deployed in large numbers at Jantar Mantar, with a riot control vehicle also entering the protest site early on Monday. Authorities also imposed restrictions around the area as the march towards Parliament was planned by the protesters.

Several students reached Jantar Mantar after gathering near Mandi House Metro Station, raising slogans against the Central government while moving towards the protest venue. The demonstration intensified as more students joined the march.

According to reports from the protest site, police used force to stop demonstrators from crossing security barricades, and a lathi charge was also reported during the confrontation between police and protesters.

The situation remained tense as security personnel attempted to prevent protesters from moving towards restricted areas. The Patel Chowk Metro Station, located near Jantar Mantar, was reportedly closed as a precautionary measure amid the demonstration.

Police also deployed signal jammers in and around the protest area, with some protesters claiming that mobile phone connectivity was affected near the venue.

The protest at Jantar Mantar has been going on for over a month, with its main demand being the resignation of the Union Education Minister over allegations related to the NEET paper leak. The protesters have accused the government of failing to ensure transparency in the examination process and have been demanding accountability from those responsible.

The protest comes amid heightened security arrangements in central Delhi, with police maintaining a strict vigil as demonstrators continue their march and raise slogans over the issue.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk asks hospital authorities to release him to attend the Cockroach Janta Party's march from Jantar Mantar.

Cockroach Janta Party's Spokesperson Saurav Das is all set to meet Bharatiya Janata Party's Minister JP Nadda.

Cockroach Janta Party's Founder Abhijeet Dipke ended his hunger strike after a request from activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is still in hospital.

Some gates of the Central Secretariat metro station are still closed. The DMRC had earlier said interchange facilities and metro station gates at five metro stations will remain closed due to security concerns.

The security forces used tear gas shells to disperse thousands of CJP’s supporters including students, who gathered in Delhi to march to the Parliament on the first day of the monsoon session on Monday.

The gates of Parliament were closed on Monday following the adjournment of both Houses during the Monsoon Session, amid safety precautions and security concerns.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is meeting Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in the Parliament amid the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party's protest march.

CJP’s spokesperson Saurav Das said that founder of CJP, Abhijeet Dipke was picked up by Delhi Police.  He said, "we request all MPs to immediately stand in support of the students on the streets. The Police is brutally cracking down and beating up peaceful protestors."

In a recent post on CJP's official handle, shared just minutes ago, spokesperson Saurav Das reportedly clarified that Dipke has neither been detained nor arrested by the police. "A huge crowd is still outside Kerala House," Das wrote in his post on X.

National CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka took to X to set the record straight, stating that the New Delhi DCP had reached out to communicate with the government. He wrote, “There were more serious discussions only from today 6 AM, and only around 11:45 AM was there an alignment on meeting Nadda ji.” He further noted that they met JP Nadda and that “he is checking with the leadership internally with respect to our demands.”

In a post on X, CJP spokesperson Saurav Das alleged that Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, was assaulted by the Delhi Police along with dozens of others. He wrote, "GEETANJALI JI’S HAIR PULLED BY DELHI POLICE, ASSAULTED. A 12-YEAR-OLD GIRL’S HEAD HAS BEEN BROKEN. 40–50 OTHER HEADS BROKEN! @DelhiPolice WHAT IS GOING ON!?"

Several videos from the protest site have gone viral, allegedly showing police brutality and a crackdown on protesters. However, in an earlier post on X, the official Delhi Police account wrote, "Some segments from media have mentioned sporadic use of violence/detentions at Jantar Mantar by Delhi Police. It is informed that no such incident has taken place and protest is being handled professionally."

Calling out what it described as an irony, CJP shared a video allegedly showing police using lathi charges against several protesters with the caption, "Police didn't use force." It also tagged another post by News Algebra, which read, "Jantar Mantar cleared by the authorities. Police didn't use force."

Anurag Kumar, Delhi Police Commissioner visited the injured police personnel who are admitted in the hospital. Around 118 police personnel from Central Police Forces, Delhi Police and others were injured during the CJP's Parliament March on July 20, 2026.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke visited the injured protestors at the Ram Manohar Lohia hospital and said that one girl is critically injured after lathi charge at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.

Security beefed up at Delhi's Jantar Mantar a day after the Cockroach Janta Party's protest march. Personnel from the RAF were seen stationed and barricades installed.

Founder of Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke apologized to the injured supporters of the movement "Chalo Sansad", saying he “could have done better” to protect them.

Chandrashekhar Azad, Chief of Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) sat on protest inside the Parliament premises over the NEET paper leak issue. He demanded the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, Education Minister.

On July 21, 2026, Safdarjung Hospital has released a health bulletin and said activist Sonam Wangchuk continues to decline fluids and glucose administration “despite repeated medical advice.”

According to The Hindu, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was mentioned before the Delhi High Court seeking an urgent hearing. The petition challenged the Delhi Police's alleged excessive use of force against protesters during the CJP march to Parliament. However, the court denied to grant an urgent listing, stating, "Don't drag the Court into all this. It will come up tomorrow."

Standing outside Parliament during the Monsoon Session, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi addressed the media regarding the CJP march to Parliament. He questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence over the issue, saying, "Why is the Prime Minister silent? What is the reason? He should apologise to the students and stop this nonsense of police personnel thrashing students." Gandhi further said that students were fighting not just for reforms in the education system but for their future.

On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Delhi High Court allowed activist Sonam Wangchuk to be shifted to the hospital of his choice after his wife, Dr. Gitanjali Angmo, filed a plea. Wangchuk, who is on the 24th day of his hunger strike, remains in stable condition but requires continuous medical attention.

A Bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia, while hearing the matter, observed, "What we propose to do is get him shifted to the hospital of his choice, that is Medanta. He will be treated by the Medanta doctor. All the treatment details at Safdarjung Hospital will be supplied to Medanta immediately."

In an official post, CJP addressed the viral video of its spokesperson, Vijeta Dahiya, during the protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. The party announced that it was removing Dahiya from the position of spokesperson. The post read, "We strongly condemn the deeply insensitive actions of our spokesperson Vijeta Dahiya, whose videos surfaced while peaceful protesters and our team were facing brutal police violence."

In a now-viral video, Dahiya was allegedly seen eating a burger at a food outlet during the Parliament march on July 20, 2026. He later stated in a video that he ate a burger because he was hungry. Dahiya further added, "Why did I eat a burger? This is a big issue today. So why does anyone eat a burger? He is hungry. He wants to eat a burger. That's it. So I was also very hungry. And when you eat something good, your mind feels good."

He also asked why were people holding him accountable and added, "I mean, is being a protester a job? Huh? Did you elect me to this position? Go hold the government accountable! So this nonsense thinking of yours... I don't want to get caught up in this, I don't want to get into politics just to appease fools like you."

Trinamool Congress's chairperson and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee slammed police action against student protesters during the Cockroach Janta Party's protest march on July 20, 2026 near Delhi's Jantar Mantar.

The DMRC posted that due to security measure, Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk and Central Secretariat metro stations in central Delhi are closed on July 22, 2026. This comes amid the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party-led protest at Jantar Mantar.

The DMRC has issued a list of total 16 metro stations that are closed till further notice. Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg, Barakhambha Road, Supreme Court, Seva Teerth, Janpath, Mandi House, Central Secretariat, ITO, Delhi Gate, Indraprastha, Khan Market, Jor Bagh, Shivaji Stadium metro stations will remain closed till further notice.

However, Interchange facility shall remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat.

On July 22, 2026, the Supreme Court refused an urgent hearing of a plea challenging the police brutal action against students and protestors during the Cockroach Janta Party-led protest in Jantar Mantar.

The Cockroach Janta Party's spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has asked people at Jantar Mantar to stick to shouting four specific slogans only. The four slogans are ’Bharat Mata ki Jai’; ‘Inquilab Zindabad’; ‘Jai Bheem’; ‘Dharmendra Pradhan Istifa do’.

On July 22, 2026, the Supreme Court declined to hold an urgent hearing on a petition alleging police brutality during the CJP-led march from Jantar Mantar to Parliament on July 20, 2026. The petition was presented before Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohan. A lawyer presented videos allegedly showing police brutality and sought an urgent hearing on the matter.

The request was subsequently declined by the court, with CJI Surya Kant asking the lawyer not to waste the court's time. He said, "Please don't waste our time, and don't waste yours. Your time is more valuable than ours." He further continued, "We are not interested in videos. We don't have time to watch them... We don't want to watch the videos."

On July 22, 2026, Bihar Police on use tear gas shells, water cannon and lathi-charge against the AISA activists protesting over alleged irregularities in NEET examination.

The protesters had gathered under the banner of the All India Students’ Association (AISA), and they faced the police action near Gandhi Maidan.

The Instagram account of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) was briefly suspended, a move that came as a shock to many supporters and protesters at Jantar Mantar. However, after a short while, the account was restored.

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has written a letter to Union Ministers J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh, stating that he is prepared to end his hunger strike, but only if the government meets certain conditions. He said the families of students who allegedly died by suicide following the NEET examination controversy should be given adequate compensation, Parliament should hold a meaningful discussion on accountability, and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan should consider resigning.

Wangchuk also requested the government to ensure that the young protesters who participated in the demonstrations are protected from any legal action. He urged the authorities not to penalise the students, saying, "Their only 'offence' has been to raise their voice for a fair and accountable education system."

In his appeal, Wangchuk added that once the government provides such assurances, he would also appeal to the peacefully protesting students to temporarily halt their movement and enter into a dialogue with the government.

A video has been circulating on the internet showing a police officer identified as Sandeep Lamba allegedly slapping and assaulting a female protester during the CJP march on July 20, 2026. According to reports, Lamba has been widely criticised by several netizens, protesters, journalists, and members of the opposition for his actions. The video clip allegedly showing police brutality has gone viral.

On July 23, 2026, the DMRC posted on X, 16 metro stations will be closed from 7.30 am till further instructions. These metro stations include Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg, Barakhambha Road, Supreme Court, Seva Teerth, Janpath, Mandi House, Central Secretariat, ITO, Delhi Gate, Indraprastha, Khan Market, Jor Bagh, Shivaji Stadium. DMRC mentioned that interchange facility would remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat.

PM Narendra Modi has said "ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks". He posted on his X handle, "Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth."

He further said "Have directed the authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared."

Amid the Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Jantar Mantar, at least 80 protesters injured in police action, lathi-charge, tear gases on Monday July 20, 2026.

According to a report by The Hindu, the pellet gun was fired by the RAF near Palika Bazar on Monday. A friend of Shaikh Irshad Mansoori (25), the protester, told that Mr. Mansoori was hit near Palika Bazaar in Connaught Place by a Rapid Action Force (RAF) jawan in uniform from pellet guns and shock batons used.

Delhi police can say it didn't use Shock-batons.The pellet guns and shock-batons was used by RAF jawan who was deployed at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.

Vikas Singh, Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President drew CJI Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India (CJI) attention to the inconvenience caused to several lawyers by the closure of the Supreme Court Metro station.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke posted on social media about an hour ago that he is unwell and suffering from a fever and severe body pain. As a result, he said he will not be able to join the Jantar Mantar protest in the morning but hopes to return and participate in the evening.

Gitanjali J. Angmo, the wife of activist Sonam Wangchuk and an educator and social entrepreneur, posted on X that, as an educator, she feels deep pain at seeing students being tarnished in the media. She said the students' protest at Jantar Mantar has remained peaceful and that violence elsewhere cannot be attributed to the movement without evidence. Angmo added that "our children deserve to be protected."

Because of the protest at Jantar Mantar, the Delhi Metro temporarily closed 16 stations, including Supreme Court, Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, Janpath, Patel Chowk, and Mandi House, among others. The closure caused inconvenience to commuters, including lawyers.

Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Vikas Singh brought the issue to the attention of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, highlighting the difficulties caused by the closure of the Supreme Court Metro station. Responding to the concern, the CJI said, "If by lunch time something does not happen to open it, I will intervene."

On July 20, 2026, a massive rally marched from Jantar Mantar to Parliament. During the protest, Additional DCP (North East District) Sandeep Lamba came under scrutiny after a video showed him slapping a female protester during the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) march before walking away. The video quickly went viral on social media.

Following the backlash, the officer has been removed from protest duty and directed to return to his original place of posting, according to police sources quoted by The Indian Express.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has also closed the Jhandewalan metro station "till further instructions," making it the 17th station to be shut today.

Amid ongoing talks with the Centre, the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has called for a nationwide protest on July 24, 2026. The party, which has been leading the student movement, urged people across the country to hold peaceful demonstrations in protest against the police brutality on students during the Delhi protests Jantar Mantar to Parliament March on July 20.

Addressing the deep distress caused by paper leaks to students and their families, the Prime Minister said on Thursday that the Union government has taken multiple measures over the past two-and-a-half months, leading to the arrest and imprisonment of those responsible.

"As the second week of the Parliamentary session begins on Monday, we will strive to have the Bill passed in the House as quickly as possible," PM Modi asserted.

The proposed legislation is being viewed as a decisive step to deter future incidents of paper leaks and ensure the integrity of competitive examinations.

In the presence of union ministers J P Nadda and Jitendra Singh, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk breaks his fast on July 24, 2026

Wangchuk was on hunger strike from almost three weeks agains his demand of the resignation of union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan and setting accountability for NEET paper leak.

On Thursday July 24, 2026, before breaking his hunger strike, Sonam Wangchuk appealed for peace, urging protesters not to resort to violence despite reports of unrest elsewhere.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation had earlier announced the closing of 17 major stations starting at 07:30 AM today (July 24). However, the interchange facility shall remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat. The closed metro stations are mentioned below:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shares a video message for students who are protesting at Jantar Mantar for NEET paper leak. He said more strict actions against paper leaks to come in tomorrow’s Cabinet.

The Constitution Club of India has been finalized as the venue for discussions and talks between the government and Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on July 24, 2026. CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the venue was chosen in line with the party's demand for the discussions with the government.

Opposition MPs are all set to stage a protest at the Makar Dwar on Parliament complex at 10.30 am today July 24, 2026, over student-related issues, reported by ANI. This comes during the monsoon session of Parliament.

Cockroach Janta Party's Abhijeet Dipke tweeted that he is heading back to Jantar Mantar after a night full of injections, IVs, and blood tests. He further added that he is not physically well but the fight must go on.

On July 24, 2026, Delhi High Court agrees to hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the government’s decision to suspend internet in several parts of central Delhi, including areas around Jantar Mantar.

Cockroach Janta Party's Abhijeet Dipke arrives at Jantar Mantar, addresses the supporters and protestors.

“According to new input, CJP team members may be arrested tonight”, says CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke, urging protesters to continue movement across nation even after arrest.

The Delhi Police has cancelled the leave request of all police personnel until further instructions. An official directive has been issued for officers of all ranks. According to the order, no regular leave will be granted until the next directive. Leave will be permitted only in emergency situations.

Cockroach Janta Party's Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das and its National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka leave from Jantar Mantar to have a talk with the center at Constitutional club. They are scheduled to meet Union Ministers at the Constitutional club in Delhi.

On July 24, 2026, CJP members Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka met with Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh to discuss the protesters' demands. At the conclusion of the meeting, the CJP representatives and Union Minister J.P. Nadda agreed to reconvene the discussion on July 25, 2026.

During the meeting, the CJP reiterated its three demands, beginning with the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Referring to the demands as non-negotiable, Saurav Das stated that they had also "demanded ₹1 crore in compensation for the families of suicide victims, and that the FIRs against protesters should be withdrawn." Das further stated that the government had given a positive indication regarding the second and third demands, concerning compensation for the families of the victims and withdrawing the FIRs against the protesters.

Prime Minister Modi posted another video on late Friday July 24, 2026 on Instagram. He began the video clip with expressing gratitude “Thank you friends”, adding that he was thankful for the way the public responded to his video posted the previous day and the constructive feedback they gave. “Aapka pyaar bana rahega, aur humaara naata, sakriyata se judta rahega,” he further added.

Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka reacts to Centre's decision of sacking 47 NTA officials, says removing is not enough.

While talking to ANI Ranka said "We'll have to look into a lot of details, but we're talking about the same thing again. The ultimate accountability is with the education minister, because he is directly responsible for all the paper leaks and students who committed suicide after the NEET paper leak. He will have to resign."

Thousands of people continued to turn up at the CJP Protest to demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation at Jantar Mantar on Friday (July 24), even as the restrictions around the authorities closed the entry and exit gates at 18 metro stations, Internet services remained suspended at Jantar Mantar, Sansad Marg and parts of central Delhi.

Ahead of the third round of talks with the government, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the meeting is scheduled to be conducted between 3.30 pm and 4 pm, though the venue is yet to be finalised.

CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke informed about his health by posting a video on his X handle, he have been diagnosed with typhoid but asserted that the agitation would continue until Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. "Have been diagnosed with typhoid, but the fight will go on until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns!"

Shabana Azmi diagnosed with swine flu, is all set to skip CJP protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on doctor’s advice. One of the first prominent voices from the film industry to publicly back the ongoing CJP protests was veteran actor Shabana Azmi.

Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J Angmo ask people to show compassion to him and stop criticizing him for his decision of ending his 26-day hunger strike.

Sonam Wnagchuk's wife posted on her X handle, "the Police are everywhere” and they decide who may or may not meet activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is still recovering at Gurugram’s Medanta Hospital after breaking his indefinite hunger strike.

1. Lok Kalyan Marg

2. Rajiv Chowk

3. Patel Chowk

4. Ramakrishna Ashram Marg

5. Barakhambha Road

6. Supreme Court

7. Seva Teerth

8. Janpath

9. Mandi House

10. Central Secretariat

11. ITO

12. Delhi Gate

13. Indraprastha

14. Khan Market

15. Jor Bagh

16. Shivaji Stadium

17. Jhandewalan

18. New Delhi

The Cockoach Janta Party (CJP) has posted on its X handle and has called for a nationwide candle march on Sunday evening (July 26, 2026), in solidarity with victims of police brutality during July 20 march to Parliament.

Amidst the CJP led protest in Jantar Mantar, Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Education Minister of India on July 25, 2026. In his letter of resignation, he wrote, “I deeply respect the aspirations, sentiments, and legitimate expectations of the country's youth.”

He further expressed his gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the opportunity and added, “Considering the situation at Jantar Mantar and across the country -- to prevent anti-national forces from exploiting it, preserving national unity, ensuring that not a single Indian student's future gets entangled in legal complexities, and allowing our children to devote their time to studies and focus on building their careers -- I have submitted my resignation to the Honourable Prime Minister.”

With Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke addressed the crowd and reiterated the party's other demands for the students. Dipke said, "Don't be afraid. If you are afraid, then it is not a democracy." He further emphasised that the families of the children who died by suicide should receive compensation of ₹1 crore. "And second, these police goons who acted on the 20th. Action must be taken against the police officers for that," read the CJP post.

Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh hold third rounds of talks with Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokespersons Sourav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. This comes after Dharmendra Pradhan gave his resignation as the Union Education Minister, which was the the primary demands of CJP. However, the Abhijeet Dipke-led organization maintains that their protest will continue until their rest of the demands are not met. These are: 1) ₹1 crore compensation for NEET aspirants who committed suicide due to paper leak, and 2) Action against police officers who were part of the brutality against students on July 20 Parliament march.

After their meeting on July 25, 2026, CJP spokespersons Sourav Das and Ashutosh Ranka held a joint press conference with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh. Sourav Das said that their all demands have been accepted and they have also shared a draft with the govt. He further stated that a written affirmation from the center will be given to them by Tuesday.

Ashutosh Ranks, National Spokesperson for CJP, also announced withdrawal of protestors amid this new development. He said, "All our demands have been accepted, so we request the protesters to withdraw immediately and return home peacefully. We will inform you of our future strategy or any other issues. But we request the protesters to withdraw immediately."

In an X post, the official CJP handle also confirmed that all three demands were accepted. They posted, "Cockroach Janta Party withdraws its nationwide agitation with immediate effect

All demands of the Cockroach Janta Party have been accepted by the government:

1. Maximum possible compensation for families of NEET paper leak-related suicides

2. All FIRs by Central govt and NDA-ruled states will be withdrawn, and no action will be taken against anyone involved in these protests in the future.

3. CJP’s 5-point exam reform charter will be considered by the govt and the CJP will meet with the govt to discuss these reforms further."