Barely a week after the Cockroach Janata Party ended its protests in New Delhi, BJP continues to face political ramifications. Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor won the Bankipur seat, which was vacated by BJP National President Nitin Nabin. This was considered a BJP bastion. While retaining its seat in Gujarat, the party also lost a by-election in Madhya Pradesh. 

Cockroaches give wake up call to Indian government, BJP hit in by-elections

Cockroach Janta Party Founder Abhijit Dipke on Thursday alleged that he was intimidated into joining the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Responding to reporters' questions in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar about any offers of joining the BJP, &nbsp;Dipke said that he was repeatedly threatened that his family would face consequences. Dipke questioned the significance of the offices held by such big leaders, who threaten people as young as their grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;"What’s the point of having such a powerful PM or Amit Shah as HM if you have to threaten people young enough to be your grandchildren?” said Dipke.Responding to allegations by Kangna Ranawat and Patanjali co-founder Yogaguru Baba Ramdev that Dipke and Cockroach Janata Party were misleading the generation, Dipke responded, “If fighting to protect democracy, questioning the government, and struggling for one's future and the right to education amounts to corrupting the culture, then I will continue that struggle.” He further urged Ramdev to focus on "faulty" Patanjali products, which were flagged by the Supreme Court for deception; otherwise, Patanjali might shut down.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/assam-girl-donates-piggy-bank-savings-flood-relief-sibsagar-1785417571743">Assam Class 7 girl donates piggy bank savings for flood relief, wins hearts</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Abhijeet Dipke was offered to join BJP. He denied on face. This is what courage is.🔥 If he was a Sanatani Warrior, He would&#39;ve been sold out to Non-Biological Hindu Hirday Samrat on Day 0 of the protest. <a href="https://t.co/OfJCHkiVhL">pic.twitter.com/OfJCHkiVhL</a>&mdash; Anubhav Gupta (@anubhavgupta_ji) <a href="https://x.com/anubhavgupta_ji/status/2082763789854707946?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

He also called on opposition parties to unite to save “democracy” as the ruling party continues to intimidate students. Dipke also argued that Union Home Minister Amit Shah was responsible for brutal police actions against students, as Delhi Police functions directly under the Home Ministry. He responded to allegations of foreign funding: "If I am getting funding from abroad, then I think this is Amit Shah's failure. Amit Shah should resign."&nbsp;Following the Delhi agitation by the Cockroach Janata Party, the Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on moral grounds, and the Centre quickly filled the vacancy with Pralhad Joshi as Education Minister, who was merely a “replacement copy”. Dipke launched a sharp criticism of the appointment and said that he was a mere “replacement copy” of his predecessor.&nbsp;“If the country's education minister welcomes and praises rapists, it shows what kind of person has been put in charge by the Prime Minister. What message are you sending to the country? An education minister who supports and welcomes rapists. But what else can you expect? Who else is in their party? It's full of such people. What about Kuldeep Sengar? In their government, people like Ram Rahim are released on parole. This is a government that supports rapists,” said Dipke.He further expressed faith in the constitution drafted by the BR Amabedkar and vowed to keep working on the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, committed to continuing his struggle in democratic means.&nbsp;

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijit Dipke alleged he was pressured to join the BJP and claimed his family was threatened. He also criticised Amit Shah, Baba Ramdev and the Centre.

Cockroach Janta Party Founder Abhijit Dipke on Thursday alleged that he was intimidated into joining the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Responding to reporters' questions in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar about any offers of joining the BJP, Dipke said that he was repeatedly threatened that his family would face consequences. Dipke questioned the significance of the offices held by such big leaders, who threaten people as young as their grandchildren. "What’s the point of having such a powerful PM or Amit Shah as HM if you have to threaten people young enough to be your grandchildren?” said Dipke. Responding to allegations by Kangna Ranawat and Patanjali co-founder Yogaguru Baba Ramdev that Dipke and Cockroach Janata Party were misleading the generation, Dipke responded, “If fighting to protect democracy, questioning the government, and struggling for one's future and the right to education amounts to corrupting the culture, then I will continue that struggle.” He further urged Ramdev to focus on "faulty" Patanjali products, which were flagged by the Supreme Court for deception; otherwise, Patanjali might shut down. Also Read: Assam Class 7 girl donates piggy bank savings for flood relief, wins hearts

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijit Dipke alleged he was pressured to join the BJP and claimed his family was threatened. He also criticised Amit Shah, Baba Ramdev and the Centre.

CJP's Dipke claims BJP threatened his family to force him to join party

The Telangana government will soon convene a special session of the Assembly to pass a resolution urging the Centre to reduce the minimum age for contesting Lok Sabha and Assembly elections to 21 years, chief minister A Revanth Reddy announced on Saturday.

Telangana CM: Lower minimum age to contest Lok Sabha elections to 21 

Student protesters at Delhi's Jantar Mantar celebrated the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling it a major victory for the youth movement. While welcoming the development, protesters said their fight is not over and demanded sweeping education reforms, transparency in examinations, compensation for affected families, and written assurances from the government.

Jantar Mantar Celebrates Pradhan's resignation | Students demand sweeping education reforms

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned after weeks of nationwide student protests over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy. His resignation comes ahead of the third round of talks between the Centre and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Celebrations erupted at Jantar Mantar as political leaders across parties reacted, while attention now shifts to education reforms and greater transparency in India's examination system.

Dharmendra Pradhan Quits as education minister | Celebrations erupt at Jantar Mantar

Opposition leaders have reacted strongly to the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling it a major victory for students, democracy, and public accountability. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said the development sends a message that people can bring change by standing together, while other opposition leaders welcomed the resignation and called for comprehensive education reforms. The political debate now

Opposition hails Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as victory for students and democracy

The Union Cabinet has approved amendments to India's anti-paper leak law, paving the way for stricter punishments for those involved in question paper leaks. The proposed bill, expected to be introduced in Parliament on Monday, follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's push for stronger action against irregularities in competitive examinations.

NEET Protest: PM Modi promises tougher penalties for paper leak offenders

The NEET paper leak protest movement has reached Mumbai, with demonstrators gathering at Shivaji Park to demand accountability and reforms in the examination system. The protest comes amid growing nationwide outrage over alleged irregularities in competitive exams.

NEET protests in Mumbai's Shivaji Park

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has claimed that the government has agreed in principle to two of its key demands during ongoing talks. However, discussions are set to continue as both sides work toward resolving the remaining issues.

NEET Protest | CJP: 'Govt has agreed on two demands in principle'

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CJP leaders are set to meet government representatives as the NEET paper leak protest continues at Jantar Mantar.
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CJP Meets Centre | Parliament Protest |  Iran-US Conflict | Spain Wildfires | China Flood Warning

The protests in the national capital are swelling with students taking to the streets. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide protest on Friday.&nbsp;In a powerful symbolic gesture, members of parliament belonging to the opposition I.N.D.I.A. Alliance headed to the Gandhi Smriti to remember the children who died by suicide after the NEET-UG exam was cancelled due to a large-scale paper leak.&nbsp;They expressed solidarity with the protesters and their demands, which also include a compensation of one crore rupees for the kin of the deceased NEET students.&nbsp;As tensions remain high, PM Narendra Modi stressed that nothing is more important than the welfare and future of the youths.&nbsp;He announced, “We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure SWIFT and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks.”&nbsp;On its part, the government said that it reached out to CJP for talks four times since Wednesday afternoon.&nbsp;However, the impasse continues as cabinet minister Jitendra Singh insisted that the talks will be held at the residence or office of Union health minister JP Nadda.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/neet-protest-cjp-declares-nationwide-protest-on-july-24-1784828561408/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/neet-protest-cjp-declares-nationwide-protest-on-july-24-1784828561408/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jitendra Singh said, “The talks could be held at Shri Nadda ji’s office or residence, whichever of the two you wish to. Because you appreciate as much as I do, that without talks, without dialogue, we cannot find a solution.”&nbsp;But protesters accused the government of spreading misinformation and asked it to contact them directly.&nbsp;It has agreed to meet ministers at either Jantar Mantar or a neutral venue near the protest site.&nbsp;CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke also warned the centre that protesters may even seek PM Modi’s resignation in the near future if their demands are not accepted.&nbsp;Meanwhile, veteran social activist Anna Hazare, who emerged as the face of the Jan Lokpal Bill agitation fifteen years ago, participated in a silent protest at Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar.&nbsp;Backing the demand for Pradhan’s ouster, he also wrote a letter to PM Modi to engage in a positive dialogue with protesters in the true spirit of Gandhian principles.&nbsp;Supreme Court lawyers also held a protest titled ‘Save Democracy, Save Constitution’.&nbsp;As part of this, lawyers including senior advocates Indira Jaising and Sanjay Hegde as well as retired high court chief justice S Muralidhar, recited the preamble to India’s constitution.&nbsp;Earlier in the day, opposition parties held a protest outside parliament demanding Pradhan’s resignation.&nbsp;On the other hand, MPs of the ruling National Democratic Alliance held a counter-protest, accusing the opposition of derailing the discussion by putting the precondition of Pradhan’s resignation.&nbsp;But a key question arises here. Why is the government not willing to consider even the possibility of sacking Pradhan?&nbsp;One of the possible reasons could be his track record in election management.&nbsp;As the state election in charge for the BJP, he ensured the party’s victory in assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh in 2022, Haryana in 2024 and Bihar last year.&nbsp;The government might also be wary of Pradhan’s ouster, as doing so may trigger a cascading effect, with the opposition seeking the resignation of other ministers.&nbsp;It is worth noting that a spate of resignations by ministers during the Congress-led UPA-II government from 2009 to 2014 is perceived to have given momentum to the BJP back then.&nbsp;The protests have now spread across the country.&nbsp;For instance, SFI activists held a march to the Lok Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, demanding Pradhan’s ouster.&nbsp;BJP-ruled West Bengal too witnessed massive protests over the NEET issue, with students holding a march at Park Circus in Kolkata.&nbsp;Now, has the crackdown on students angered young people even more?&nbsp;In a dramatic visual from Mumbai, a young girl stood in front of a Mumbai police vehicle which was taking away protesters.&nbsp;She raised slogans and questioned the police response to the protests.&nbsp;A video shared by Congress' Mumbai unit also sparked a row, in which a police driver is seen allegedly threatening youngsters that they will be framed in a drug case if they return to the protests.&nbsp;While the Maharashtra home department has taken serious cognizance of this video, with the said official being transferred.&nbsp;The government needs to bear in mind that such incidents will only complicate the current situation.&nbsp;It is increasingly clear that the government needs to have an independent line of communication with the protesters, keeping the political parties aside.&nbsp;While BJP is attacking the opposition for politicising the issue, it doesn’t solve the problem at hand.&nbsp;The other dimension is that political parties have also realised that protesters want to focus on their demands and not get entangled in politics.&nbsp;For instance, Shiv Sena-UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray announced a tiranga yatra in Mumbai on Sunday in support of the protesters.&nbsp;Crucially, only the Indian tricolour will be displayed during the march instead of party flags.&nbsp;Yesterday’s clashes between protesters and security forces in Delhi also serve as a reminder that the situation remains fragile.&nbsp;If the government doesn’t address the growing feeling of distrust at the earliest, things may escalate further.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke warned the centre that protesters may even seek PM Modi’s resignation if their demands are not accepted. Veteran social activist Anna Hazare, who emerged as the face of the Jan Lokpal Bill agitation 15 years ago, took part in a silent protest at Ahilyanagar.

The protests in the national capital are swelling with students taking to the streets. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide protest on Friday. In a powerful symbolic gesture, members of parliament belonging to the opposition I.N.D.I.A. Alliance headed to the Gandhi Smriti to remember the children who died by suicide after the NEET-UG exam was cancelled due to a large-scale paper leak. They expressed solidarity with the protesters and their demands, which also include a compensation of one crore rupees for the kin of the deceased NEET students. As tensions remain high, PM Narendra Modi stressed that nothing is more important than the welfare and future of the youths. He announced, “We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure SWIFT and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks.” On its part, the government said that it reached out to CJP for talks four times since Wednesday afternoon. However, the impasse continues as cabinet minister Jitendra Singh insisted that the talks will be held at the residence or office of Union health minister JP Nadda. https://www.wionews.com/videos/neet-protest-cjp-declares-nationwide-protest-on-july-24-1784828561408/embed Jitendra Singh said, “The talks could be held at Shri Nadda ji’s office or residence, whichever of the two you wish to. Because you appreciate as much as I do, that without talks, without dialogue, we cannot find a solution.” But protesters accused the government of spreading misinformation and asked it to contact them directly. It has agreed to meet ministers at either Jantar Mantar or a neutral venue near the protest site. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke also warned the centre that protesters may even seek PM Modi’s resignation in the near future if their demands are not accepted. Meanwhile, veteran social activist Anna Hazare, who emerged as the face of the Jan Lokpal Bill agitation fifteen years ago, participated in a silent protest at Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar. Backing the demand for Pradhan’s ouster, he also wrote a letter to PM Modi to engage in a positive dialogue with protesters in the true spirit of Gandhian principles. Supreme Court lawyers also held a protest titled ‘Save Democracy, Save Constitution’. As part of this, lawyers including senior advocates Indira Jaising and Sanjay Hegde as well as retired high court chief justice S Muralidhar, recited the preamble to India’s constitution. Earlier in the day, opposition parties held a protest outside parliament demanding Pradhan’s resignation. On the other hand, MPs of the ruling National Democratic Alliance held a counter-protest, accusing the opposition of derailing the discussion by putting the precondition of Pradhan’s resignation. But a key question arises here. Why is the government not willing to consider even the possibility of sacking Pradhan? One of the possible reasons could be his track record in election management. As the state election in charge for the BJP, he ensured the party’s victory in assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh in 2022, Haryana in 2024 and Bihar last year. The government might also be wary of Pradhan’s ouster, as doing so may trigger a cascading effect, with the opposition seeking the resignation of other ministers. It is worth noting that a spate of resignations by ministers during the Congress-led UPA-II government from 2009 to 2014 is perceived to have given momentum to the BJP back then. The protests have now spread across the country. For instance, SFI activists held a march to the Lok Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, demanding Pradhan’s ouster. BJP-ruled West Bengal too witnessed massive protests over the NEET issue, with students holding a march at Park Circus in Kolkata. Now, has the crackdown on students angered young people even more? In a dramatic visual from Mumbai, a young girl stood in front of a Mumbai police vehicle which was taking away protesters. She raised slogans and questioned the police response to the protests. A video shared by Congress' Mumbai unit also sparked a row, in which a police driver is seen allegedly threatening youngsters that they will be framed in a drug case if they return to the protests. While the Maharashtra home department has taken serious cognizance of this video, with the said official being transferred. The government needs to bear in mind that such incidents will only complicate the current situation. It is increasingly clear that the government needs to have an independent line of communication with the protesters, keeping the political parties aside. While BJP is attacking the opposition for politicising the issue, it doesn’t solve the problem at hand. The other dimension is that political parties have also realised that protesters want to focus on their demands and not get entangled in politics. For instance, Shiv Sena-UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray announced a tiranga yatra in Mumbai on Sunday in support of the protesters. Crucially, only the Indian tricolour will be displayed during the march instead of party flags. Yesterday’s clashes between protesters and security forces in Delhi also serve as a reminder that the situation remains fragile. If the government doesn’t address the growing feeling of distrust at the earliest, things may escalate further.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke warned the centre that protesters may even seek PM Modi’s resignation if their demands are not accepted. Veteran social activist Anna Hazare, who emerged as the face of the Jan Lokpal Bill agitation 15 years ago, took part in a silent protest at Ahilyanagar.

CJP declares nationwide protest tomorrow amid Centre’s outreach for talks | Gravitas

As thousands of protesters continue their sit-in at Jantar Mantar, an extraordinary wave of support is pouring in from across India. People who cannot be present at the protest are using online food delivery platforms to send meals, drinking water, cold drinks and essential supplies directly to the demonstration site. 


NEET Protest: Traders ask government to set up protest site outside Delhi

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide protest on July 24 over the NEET paper leak controversy, calling for accountability and action over alleged examination irregularities. The announcement comes amid ongoing demonstrations and political debate surrounding the NEET row.


NEET row: Protesters demand accountability on paper leak 

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide protest on July 24 over the NEET paper leak controversy, calling for accountability and action over alleged examination irregularities. The announcement comes amid ongoing demonstrations and political debate surrounding the NEET row.

NEET protest: CJP declares nationwide protest on July 24

Student protests over the alleged NEET paper leak have spread across India, with demonstrations reported in Patna, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai, Jaipur, Goa, Kerala and other cities. Protesters have demanded accountability, education reforms, and raised concerns over police action against students in Delhi.

 NEET Protest: Students take to streets across India

Actors including Alia Bhatt, Salman Khan, R. Madhavan and Kamal Haasan have voiced support for students protesting over the alleged NEET paper leak, calling for accountability and reforms in India's education system following police action against demonstrators.

Bollywood voices back students over NEET paper leak

Hollywood actor John Cusack on Thursday came out in support of the ongoing student protest led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in India. Two days after Delhi Police lathi-charged protestors during the #ChaloSansad march, Cusack took to his X account to show his support for the student-led protests in the country.&nbsp;<h2>What John Cusack said</h2>Cusack took to X to share an essay written by Booker Prize-winning author and activist Arundhati Roy with the title ‘Cockroach Democracy: Unarmed and Dangerous’. The actor wrote in the caption, “Beautiful news from my favourite fellow cockroach.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Beautiful news from my favorite fellow cockroach ⬇️ Cockroach Democracy: Unarmed and Dangerous - The Wire <a href="https://t.co/ZbYFfu0HZI">https://t.co/ZbYFfu0HZI</a>&mdash; John Cusack (@johncusack) <a href="https://x.com/johncusack/status/2080146097842831591?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;This is not the first time that Cusack has reacted to protests in India. Earlier, the star of blockbusters such as Serendipity, High Fidelity, Con Air and 2012 had also supported students during their protest against the amended Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in 2019. Back then, the actor had criticised the Indian government following a police crackdown on students of the Jamia Millia Islamia university.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-police-commissioner-gets-nsa-detention-powers-but-force-denies-link-to-cjp-protests-1784791618288">Delhi Police chief gets NSA detention powers but force denies CJP link</a><h2>What happened at the protests on Monday</h2>Delhi Police lathi-charged and tear-gassed protestors marching towards the parliament. The Delhi Police, claimed that despite repeated warnings and lawful directions issued by them, unruly protestors refused to disperse and deliberately violated the prohibitory orders in force.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kamal-haasan-reacts-to-cjp-protests-says-the-country-must-now-do-its-duty-1784791390971">Kamal Haasan reacts to CJP protests, says 'the country must now do its duty'</a>&nbsp;The protestors, however, claim that Delhi Police personnel targeted them indiscriminately, leading to several injuries on their side as well.<h2>What are the protests about</h2>The CJP-led protests have gripped the attention of the entire nation. CJP has been demanding the resignation of Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over irregularities in the education sector, particularly the alleged leaks of NEET exams.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/the-future-is-theirs-alia-bhatt-says-last-few-days-have-broken-her-heart-as-she-writes-on-neet-protest-1784788326134">Alia Bhatt reacts to NEET protest, says last few days have broken her heart</a>&nbsp;Social activist Sonam Wangchuk also joined the protest in June and began a hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. The protestors met representatives of the central government on Tuesday; however, CJP has announced that protests will continue until their demands are accepted. On Tuesday, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi sat in protest outside the PM's residence with several Congress leaders, but was soon detained by the police.While the protest site had remained largely peaceful on Wednesday, tensions

John Cusack became the first actor from Hollywood to react to the ongoing student movement in India. The actor shared an essay of author Arundhati Roy and expressed his solidarity to the ongoing protest. 

Hollywood actor John Cusack on Thursday came out in support of the ongoing student protest led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) in India. Two days after Delhi Police lathi-charged protestors during the #ChaloSansad march, Cusack took to his X account to show his support for the student-led protests in the country. What John Cusack said Cusack took to X to share an essay written by Booker Prize-winning author and activist Arundhati Roy with the title ‘Cockroach Democracy: Unarmed and Dangerous’. The actor wrote in the caption, “Beautiful news from my favourite fellow cockroach.”

John Cusack became the first actor from Hollywood to react to the ongoing student movement in India. The actor shared an essay by author Arundhati Roy and expressed his solidarity to the ongoing protest.&nbsp;

'Favorite fellow cockroach': Hollywood star John Cusack extends solidarity to India’s CJP student movement

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has broken his silence on the CJP-led student protest over the NEET paper leak controversy. Calling the movement peaceful, Salman expressed concern over the violence during the demonstrations and described the paper leak as a serious issue. He praised students for demanding a better education system, urged the government to respond positively, and emphasized that the issue should not be politicised.

Salman Khan backs CJP-Led student protest | Says NEET paper leak must not be politicised

The NEET paper leak protests intensified in New Delhi after fresh clashes erupted between protesters and police near Jantar Mantar. The CJP-led agitation has vowed to continue until the Education Minister resigns. Several police personnel were reportedly injured as protesters clashed with security forces. Activist Sonam Wangchuk has also outlined key demands, including justice for students, compensation for affected families, and accountability over the exam paper leak issue. Parliament remains deadlocked over the timing and format of the debate on the NEET controversy.

CJP escalates agitation after fresh Delhi clashes | students demand education minister's resignation

Fresh clashes erupted between police and protesters near Jantar Mantar, where the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is holding an ongoing sit-in over the NEET paper leak and demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, along with raising broader concerns regarding the education system.&nbsp;Visuals shared on social media appeared to show fresh clashes tonight between CJP protesters and police. Visuals showed some youths were attacking police with sticks and pelting stones at them.&nbsp;Police were seen dispersing the crowd using tear gas and lathi charges as the confrontation between demonstrators and police escalated.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Fresh clashes erupt between protesters and police near Jantar Mantar; govt suspends internet services<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/CJP?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CJP</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Delhi</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/protests?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#protests</a> <a href="https://t.co/PVaSlk58MG">pic.twitter.com/PVaSlk58MG</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://x.com/WIONews/status/2079963355843035299?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 22, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;According to multiple media reports, at least five police personnel- two ACPs, one inspector, one head constable and one constable- were injured in the fresh tensions that erupted near Sansad Marg.&nbsp;Delhi Police said an officer was injured in fresh violence in Connaught Place as some miscreants attacked police with stones and bottles.&nbsp;"At around 8:30 pm, near Tolstoy Marg in Connaught Place, some miscreants attacked the police with stones and bottles, injuring ACP Connaught Place Vivek Bhagat. Senior officers took him to RML Hospital. The situation was tense for a few minutes, but now there is peace," Delhi Police said in a statement.&nbsp;Internet services were temporarily suspended in parts of central Delhi following an order issued to telecom service providers, with a data alert informing users that the services had been stopped in the area as per government instructions.&nbsp;Congress MP KC Venugopal termed the cut-off of Internet as a direct assault on freedom of speech and an effort to hide Delhi police's brutalities.&nbsp;&nbsp;"PM Modi has cut off internet around Jantar Mantar, which is creating immense panic,” Venugopal said as the crowd of protesters swelled around the protest site.&nbsp;“This is a direct assault on freedom of speech, to silence the voice of India’s youth and hide the Delhi Police’s brutalities,” he added.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders Sanjay Singh and Saurabh Bharadwaj, along with JMM MP Mahua Maji, joined the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar.&nbsp;AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal, in a video message on X, said that the government had deployed a larger number of security forces and that internet services had been shut down. He speculated that the government might launch a crackdown on the protesting students and appealed to the Centre not to take such a "misadventure".&nbsp;

AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal warned against a possible government crackdown on protesting students, citing the deployment of more security forces and an internet shutdown, and urged the Centre not to take such a "misadventure".

Fresh clashes erupted between police and protesters near Jantar Mantar, where the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is holding an ongoing sit-in over the NEET paper leak and demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, along with raising broader concerns regarding the education system. Visuals shared on social media appeared to show fresh clashes tonight between CJP protesters and police. Visuals showed some youths were attacking police with sticks and pelting stones at them. Police were seen dispersing the crowd using tear gas and lathi charges as the confrontation between demonstrators and police escalated.

AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal warned against a possible government crackdown on protesting students, citing the deployment of more security forces and an internet shutdown, and urged the Centre not to take such a "misadventure".

Fresh clashes erupt between protesters and police near Jantar Mantar; cops injured, tear gas fired

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has launched a fresh attack on the Centre over India's education system, alleging that 152 exam paper leaks have taken place over the past decade without a single conviction. Gandhi called the system "rigged," claimed crores of students and their families have suffered, and demanded the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan while urging accountability and reforms.

Sonam Wangchuk says the government has agreed to consider Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi has launched a fresh attack on the Centre over India's education system, alleging that 152 exam paper leaks have taken place over the past decade without a single conviction. Gandhi called the system "rigged," claimed crores of students and their families have suffered, and demanded the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan while urging accountability and reforms.


India's education system is 'rigged': Rahul Gandhi's explosive claims

The Instagram account of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was briefly unavailable on Wednesday (July 22), with party founder Abhijeet Dipke alleging that the Narendra Modi-led government was behind its removal.&nbsp;Dipke flagged the issue through a post on X at 5:33 pm, claiming that the party's official Instagram account had been taken down by the government.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It has been restored now. <a href="https://t.co/1BIGqDMEFM">https://t.co/1BIGqDMEFM</a>&mdash; Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) <a href="https://x.com/abhijeet_dipke/status/2079903064207626661?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 22, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

However, the account was restored within minutes. At around 5:45 pm, Dipke posted another update on X, confirming that the CJP's Instagram account was back online.&nbsp;The development comes after CJP's ‘Chalo Sansad’ march call on Monday witnessed clashes between Delhi Police and protesters, sparking a political storm in parliament with opposition parties including the Congress alleging police brutality against young demonstrators.&nbsp;&nbsp;The CJP, who is leading the demonstration at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak and wider concerns regarding the country's education system, also accused police of using excessive force againt peaceful protesters.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed the party's Instagram account was taken down by the Narendra Modi-led government, but said it was restored within minutes.

The Instagram account of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was briefly unavailable on Wednesday (July 22), with party founder Abhijeet Dipke alleging that the Narendra Modi-led government was behind its removal. Dipke flagged the issue through a post on X at 5:33 pm, claiming that the party's official Instagram account had been taken down by the government.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed the party's Instagram account was taken down by the Narendra Modi-led government, but said it was restored within minutes.

Cockroach Janta Party's Instagram account restored after being taken down by govt? Founder Dipke claims

India’s Cockroach Janata Party stages a protest march to parliament to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities and repeated paper leaks. The social media movement with a cockroach as its symbol began has amassed millions of online followers across India. It has now forayed into street politics and has been holding a sit-in protest and hunger strike to highlight growing frustration among young Indians over education, unemployment and government accountability.

CJP supporters carry out protests across India

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