Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Friday (Jul 24) claimed that CJP members may be arrested tonight during protests at Jantar Mantar. Dipke cited a “new input”, adding that the protests will continue in Delhi over the NEET-UG paper leak. He made the remarks despite confirmation from both the Government and CJP that discussions over the issue will be held later today at the Constitution Club of India.“According to new input, CJP team members may be arrested tonight,” Dipke said. He also urged protesters to continue the movement across the country despite any arrests.Addressing protesters ahead of the scheduled meeting with senior BJP leaders at 12:30 pm, Dipke said that the protests will not end until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.“Meeting will be held at a neutral venue. Nothing short of Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is acceptable,” he said.<h2>‘Won’t leave until Pradhan resigns’</h2>“Won’t leave Jantar Mantar till Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns,” he said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cjp-to-hold-talks-with-centre-at-12-30-pm-where-will-the-meeting-take-place-details-here-1784864747998">CJP to hold talks with Centre at 12:30 pm – Where will the meeting take place? Details here</a>Speaking to reporters, he also welcomed the activist Sonam Wangchuk ending his hunger strike. “Our dharna at Jantar Mantar will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. We are very relieved that Sonam Wangchuk has broken his hunger strike as it had been more than 26 days. His life is really valuable for this nation,” he said.<h2>Delhi protests</h2>The development came amid continued protests in the national capital over the NEET paper leak. On July 20, a protest organised by the CJP turned violent, with police facing backlash for using tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd. Protesters have accused the Delhi Police of using excessive force against people at the demonstrations. The incident led to outrage across the nation, triggering demonstrations across several parts of the nation. There have been some instances of police officials being beaten by a mob as well. CJP has distanced itself from the violence in the national capital, saying that miscreants who incited violence were not part of the students’ protest organised by them but ill elements who wanted to derail the peaceful protests.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-high-court-to-hear-plea-challenging-internet-suspension-near-jantar-mantar-amid-neet-protests-1784871319541">Delhi High Court to hear plea challenging internet suspension near Jantar Mantar amid NEET protests</a>On May 12, the National Testing Agency (NTA) scrapped the May 3 National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET-UG, following allegations that the question paper had been leaked. A fresh examination was subsequently conducted on June 21. The incident has faced backlash from students, educationalists, and leaders. So far, the CBI has arrested 13 individuals in the case, all of whom are in judicial custody.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed that his party members may be arrested during NEET-UG leak protests at Jantar Mantar, vowing the agitation will continue until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Friday (Jul 24) claimed that CJP members may be arrested tonight during protests at Jantar Mantar. Dipke cited a “new input”, adding that the protests will continue in Delhi over the NEET-UG paper leak. He made the remarks despite confirmation from both the Government and CJP that discussions over the issue will be held later today at the Constitution Club of India. “According to new input, CJP team members may be arrested tonight,” Dipke said. He also urged protesters to continue the movement across the country despite any arrests. Addressing protesters ahead of the scheduled meeting with senior BJP leaders at 12:30 pm, Dipke said that the protests will not end until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. “Meeting will be held at a neutral venue. Nothing short of Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is acceptable,” he said. ‘Won’t leave until Pradhan resigns’ “Won’t leave Jantar Mantar till Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns,” he said. Also read | CJP to hold talks with Centre at 12:30 pm – Where will the meeting take place? Details here Speaking to reporters, he also welcomed the activist Sonam Wangchuk ending his hunger strike. “Our dharna at Jantar Mantar will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. We are very relieved that Sonam Wangchuk has broken his hunger strike as it had been more than 26 days. His life is really valuable for this nation,” he said. Delhi protests The development came amid continued protests in the national capital over the NEET paper leak. On July 20, a protest organised by the CJP turned violent, with police facing backlash for using tear gas and batons to disperse the crowd. Protesters have accused the Delhi Police of using excessive force against people at the demonstrations. The incident led to outrage across the nation, triggering demonstrations across several parts of the nation. There have been some instances of police officials being beaten by a mob as well. CJP has distanced itself from the violence in the national capital, saying that miscreants who incited violence were not part of the students’ protest organised by them but ill elements who wanted to derail the peaceful protests. Also read | Delhi High Court to hear plea challenging internet suspension near Jantar Mantar amid NEET protests On May 12, the National Testing Agency (NTA) scrapped the May 3 National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate), or NEET-UG, following allegations that the question paper had been leaked. A fresh examination was subsequently conducted on June 21. The incident has faced backlash from students, educationalists, and leaders. So far, the CBI has arrested 13 individuals in the case, all of whom are in judicial custody.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed that his party members may be arrested during NEET-UG leak protests at Jantar Mantar, vowing the agitation will continue until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.

CJP members to get arrested tonight? Dipke makes dramatic claim ahead of talks with Nadda

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das claimed that the outfit's founder, Abhijeet Dipke, had been “picked up” by the police during the protest march on Monday (July 20, 2026). However, later on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Das clarified that Delhi police have not arrested or detained Dipke. “DIPKE HAS BEEN PICKED UP BY THE POLICE! WE REQUEST ALL MPs TO IMMEDIATELY STAND IN SUPPORT OF THE STUDENTS ON THE STREETS!” Das said in a post on X. The CJP also confirmed the development on its X handle. “CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke has been picked up by the Police from Jantar Mantar,” it said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/JustIn?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JustIn</a>: DIPKE HAS BEEN PICKED UP BY THE POLICE! 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 PROTESTERS.&mdash; Saurav Das (@SauravDassss) <a href="https://x.com/SauravDassss/status/2079130004441743404?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Delhi police rejects claim</h3>In response, Delhi police also clarified on X, responding to the post that reports circulating on social media over the allegation of the arrest or detention of Abhijit Dipke are "entirely false". “Misleading reports are currently circulating on various social media platforms claiming that Abhijit Dipke has been detained by the Delhi Police. &nbsp;It is formally clarified that these allegations are entirely false, and he is available on stage,” Delhi police said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bengaluru-private-cars-grow-rapidly-to-2-5-million-what-it-says-about-the-public-transport-system-of-india-s-silicon-valley-namma-metro-bmtc-1784547812109">Bengaluru private cars grow rapidly to 2.5 million. What it says about the public transport system of India's ‘Silicon Valley’</a>&nbsp;Previously, CJP also alleged that the Delhi Police "assaulted" Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, who was representing the activist at the Parliament March. However, Delhi Police refuted these claims, calling them "false and misleading". CJP spokesperson Saurav Das stated in the post on social media platform X, "Geetanjali ji's hair was pulled by Delhi Police; she was assaulted. A 12-year-old girl's head has been broken. Forty to fifty others have also suffered head injuries. Delhi Police, what is going on!?".&nbsp;Reacting to the post, Delhi police rejected these claims and replied on X, "False information is being currently circulated on social media regarding the post's claim that an individual named Geetanjali, a 12-year-old girl, was assaulted, had her hair pulled, sustained a head injury, and approximately 40 to 50 other individuals suffered broken heads. This information is false. The claims being circulated in the posts are not true. Please do not spread or amplify false or misleading information." The Delhi Police clarified that they are managing the demonstration with utmost professionalism, dismissing allegations regarding the use of violence or the detention of protesters. Addressing reports from certain media outlets claiming that sporadic force and arrests occurred at Jantar Mantar, the police issued a statement on X confirming that no such incidents occurred. Earlier in the day, several students, activists, and professionals gathered at Jantar Mantar and began marching to Parliament on the opening day of the Monsoon Session, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.&nbsp;

Previously, CJP also alleged that the Delhi Police "assaulted" Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, who was representing the activist at the Parliament March. However, Delhi Police refuted these claims, calling them "false and misleading".

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das claimed that the outfit's founder, Abhijeet Dipke, had been “picked up” by the police during the protest march on Monday (July 20, 2026). However, later on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Das clarified that Delhi police have not arrested or detained Dipke. “DIPKE HAS BEEN PICKED UP BY THE POLICE! WE REQUEST ALL MPs TO IMMEDIATELY STAND IN SUPPORT OF THE STUDENTS ON THE STREETS!” Das said in a post on X. The CJP also confirmed the development on its X handle. “CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke has been picked up by the Police from Jantar Mantar,” it said.

Previously, CJP also alleged that the Delhi Police "assaulted" Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, who was representing the activist at the Parliament March. However, Delhi Police refuted these claims, calling them "false and misleading".

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FACT CHECK: Was Dipke detained during CJP protest? Here's what police say