CJP says Bihar, Assam to withdraw FIRs against NEET protesters, warns agitation could resume if promises not keptThe Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) early on Tuesday (Jul 28) claimed that government representatives had shared draft notifications from Bihar and Assam guaranteeing the withdrawal of FIRs, release of detained protesters and protection from future legal action against those who participated in the nationwide agitation over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak.In a 1 am post on X, CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das said the development came after a late-night meeting with government representatives that lasted nearly three hours. "Hours after our press conference, Government's representatives met us. The meeting lasted for 2-3 hours. They shared copies of the Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing FIR withdrawals, no action in future, and release of all detainees and arrestees," Das wrote.He added that the Centre had reiterated its commitment to issue similar guarantee notifications for the Union government and other BJP/NDA-ruled states. "They've reiterated their promise of releasing guarantee notifications by the Union government and other BJP/NDA states by tomorrow. Hopefully, the agreed-upon language shall be used," Das said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rahul-gandhi-slams-bjp-for-felicitating-dharmendra-pradhan-in-parliament-accuses-modi-government-of-celebrating-ruined-futures-1785202503666">Rahul Gandhi slams BJP for felicitating Dharmendra Pradhan in Parliament, accuses Modi government of 'celebrating ruined futures'</a><h2>Assam announces withdrawal of cases</h2>Meanwhile, the Assam government on Monday (Jul 27) announced that it would withdraw cases and other legal proceedings initiated against people who took part in protests over the alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities.Citing an official release, ANI reported that five cases had been registered in the state, leading to the arrest of 13 people. The government said no further adverse legal action would be taken against those involved in protests linked to cases registered before 6 pm on July 26.It added that the process of withdrawing the registered cases would begin promptly in accordance with the law, while the review and release of those arrested would also be initiated expeditiously. The state further said it would not pursue any future proceedings related to those protests.<h2>Bihar also promises legal relief</h2>The Bihar government issued a similar assurance, announcing that it would withdraw all FIRs, criminal complaints and show-cause notices registered before 6 pm on July 26 in connection with the protests.The Home Department said those arrested or detained in cases filed before the cut-off would be released immediately and guaranteed that no direct or indirect action would be taken over incidents occurring before the deadline.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shame-on-a-country-that-sonam-wangchuk-slams-haters-rejects-deal-claims-after-ending-26-day-fast-1784942784502">'Shame on a country that...': Sonam Wangchuk slams haters, rejects 'deal' claims after ending 26 day fast | WATCH</a><h2>CJP says Rajasthan has also given assurances</h2>Das also claimed that after Bihar and Assam, the CJP had received assurances that Rajasthan would not initiate legal proceedings against protesters."After Bihar and Assam notifications, we have just been guaranteed that no authority will proceed against protesters in Rajasthan. No FIRs have been registered. None will be," he wrote, adding that the organisation was working to secure similar guarantees from other BJP/NDA-ruled states.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Important?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Important</a>: 1 AM update. Hours after our press conference, Government’s representatives met us. The meeting lasted for 2-3 hours. They shared copies of the Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing FIR withdrawals, no action in future, and release of all detainees and… <a href="https://t.co/G7WcHHcfAs">pic.twitter.com/G7WcHHcfAs</a>&mdash; Saurav Das (@SauravDassss) <a href="https://x.com/SauravDassss/status/2081838453067751729?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) claimed that Bihar and Assam had agreed to withdraw FIRs, release detained NEET protesters and halt future legal action following late-night talks with government representatives, while warning that nationwide protests could resume.

CJP says Bihar, Assam to withdraw FIRs against NEET protesters, warns agitation could resume if promises not kept The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) early on Tuesday (Jul 28) claimed that government representatives had shared draft notifications from Bihar and Assam guaranteeing the withdrawal of FIRs, release of detained protesters and protection from future legal action against those who participated in the nationwide agitation over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak. In a 1 am post on X, CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das said the development came after a late-night meeting with government representatives that lasted nearly three hours. "Hours after our press conference, Government's representatives met us. The meeting lasted for 2-3 hours. They shared copies of the Bihar and Assam notifications guaranteeing FIR withdrawals, no action in future, and release of all detainees and arrestees," Das wrote. He added that the Centre had reiterated its commitment to issue similar guarantee notifications for the Union government and other BJP/NDA-ruled states. "They've reiterated their promise of releasing guarantee notifications by the Union government and other BJP/NDA states by tomorrow. Hopefully, the agreed-upon language shall be used," Das said. Also read | Rahul Gandhi slams BJP for felicitating Dharmendra Pradhan in Parliament, accuses Modi government of 'celebrating ruined futures' Assam announces withdrawal of cases Meanwhile, the Assam government on Monday (Jul 27) announced that it would withdraw cases and other legal proceedings initiated against people who took part in protests over the alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities. Citing an official release, ANI reported that five cases had been registered in the state, leading to the arrest of 13 people. The government said no further adverse legal action would be taken against those involved in protests linked to cases registered before 6 pm on July 26. It added that the process of withdrawing the registered cases would begin promptly in accordance with the law, while the review and release of those arrested would also be initiated expeditiously. The state further said it would not pursue any future proceedings related to those protests. Bihar also promises legal relief The Bihar government issued a similar assurance, announcing that it would withdraw all FIRs, criminal complaints and show-cause notices registered before 6 pm on July 26 in connection with the protests. The Home Department said those arrested or detained in cases filed before the cut-off would be released immediately and guaranteed that no direct or indirect action would be taken over incidents occurring before the deadline. Also read | 'Shame on a country that...': Sonam Wangchuk slams haters, rejects 'deal' claims after ending 26 day fast | WATCH CJP says Rajasthan has also given assurances Das also claimed that after Bihar and Assam, the CJP had received assurances that Rajasthan would not initiate legal proceedings against protesters. "After Bihar and Assam notifications, we have just been guaranteed that no authority will proceed against protesters in Rajasthan. No FIRs have been registered. None will be," he wrote, adding that the organisation was working to secure similar guarantees from other BJP/NDA-ruled states.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) claimed that Bihar and Assam had agreed to withdraw FIRs, release detained NEET protesters and halt future legal action following late-night talks with government representatives, while warning that nationwide protests could resume.

CJP warns agitation could return; claims Bihar, Assam to withdraw FIRs against NEET protesters

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his position on Saturday (Jul 25). This came after nationwide protests that have been going on for weeks over the NEET paper leak. Pradhan announced his exit in a post on X ahead of the scheduled talks between the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders and the government. CJP has been leading protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar that drew thousands of students.In his resignation statement addressed to the youth of the nation, Pradhan detailed his association and work towards education. He also narrated the NEET paper leak case and expressed his concerns over the issue. Pradhan said that he has taken the onus since the beginning, adding that he had been disturbed for the last 10 days by how things have unfolded.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/world-needs-someone-to-make-it-bow-abhijeet-dipke-s-first-reaction-after-dharmendra-pradhan-s-resignation-1784971315053">‘World needs someone to make it bow’: Abhijeet Dipke’s first reaction after Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation</a>The education minister also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that he will continue to serve the country and the cause.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/VSArqS98OJ">pic.twitter.com/VSArqS98OJ</a>&mdash; Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) <a href="https://x.com/dpradhanbjp/status/2080938216505667663?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Dipke reacts</h2>Reacting to the news of Pradhan’s resignation, Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of CJP that was leading the students’ protests, was seen falling to the ground, pleased.&nbsp;“It is said that resignations don't happen in this government. The world bows down; it needs someone to make it bow down.”Earlier on Friday (Jul 24), both sides held talks at the Constitution Club of India for nearly two hours. Following the talks, CJP said that the government has asked for more time till Saturday afternoon to consider their demand for Pradhan’s resignation. Pradhan’s reaction came hours before another round of discussions between the two sides was scheduled. CJP has also demanded compensation of Rs 1 crore for every family of a NEET aspirant who died by suicide and withdrawal of FIRs and legal cases against students participating in the protests.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid protests over NEET paper leak

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his position on Saturday (Jul 25). This came after nationwide protests that have been going on for weeks over the NEET paper leak. Pradhan announced his exit in a post on X ahead of the scheduled talks between the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders and the government. CJP has been leading protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar that drew thousands of students. In his resignation statement addressed to the youth of the nation, Pradhan detailed his association and work towards education. He also narrated the NEET paper leak case and expressed his concerns over the issue. Pradhan said that he has taken the onus since the beginning, adding that he had been disturbed for the last 10 days by how things have unfolded. Also read | ‘World needs someone to make it bow’: Abhijeet Dipke’s first reaction after Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation The education minister also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that he will continue to serve the country and the cause.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns amid protests over NEET paper leak

New Delhi: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Friday (Jul 24) once again asserted that its agitation over the alleged NEET paper leak would continue until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. This comes even as activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following assurances from the Centre.Speaking to reporters ahead of the CJP's meeting with Minister of Health and Family Welfare of India J P Nadda, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said the party was relieved that Wangchuk had called off his fast but insisted that the movement's primary demand remained unchanged."Our protest will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. We are very happy and relieved that Sonam sir has ended his hunger strike, as it had been over 26 days. His life is extremely precious to this country," Dipke said."Nothing less than the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan will be accepted," he insisted.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/enemies-of-the-nation-sonia-gandhi-breaks-silence-on-neet-protest-slams-pm-modi-s-cowardice-and-wanton-cruelty-1784864840508">'Enemies of the nation...': Sonia Gandhi breaks silence on NEET protest, slams PM Modi's 'cowardice and wanton cruelty'</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Founding President of Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke says, &quot;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… <a href="https://t.co/SSyJANfcXA">pic.twitter.com/SSyJANfcXA</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2080526996413853808?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 24, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What will CJP do now? Movement outlines next steps</h2>CJP representative Ashutosh Ranka also reiterated that the protest at Jantar Mantar would continue until Pradhan resigns. Addressing reporters, Ranka said a meeting with Union Health Minister JP Nadda was scheduled at the CCI at 12:30 pm, adding that Union Minister Jitendra Singh might also attend."There is a meeting with JP Nadda Ji at the CCI scheduled for 12:30. As far as we have been told, Jitendra Singh Ji might also be present there. Whatever is discussed will be shared with you all. We have also organised a press conference at 11:00, where we will provide more details," he said.Ranka confirmed that while Wangchuk had ended his hunger strike after receiving certain assurances from the government, the protest itself would continue.<h2>'PM under pressure'</h2>Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent video message on the paper leak issue, Ranka claimed the government was feeling mounting public pressure. "Finally, we noticed that for the first time, the Prime Minister had to release a selfie video at 12 midnight, which shows that the pressure is very high. Prime Minister, you said that today you want to take very strict action; for us the strictest action would be to remove Dharmendra Pradhan. If you remove him quickly, then we will believe that you are truly serious about the youth of this country," he said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-s-operation-sindoor-misinformation-network-now-targeting-neet-protests-claims-delhi-police-480-handles-blocked-1784858255442">NEET Protests riddled with misinformation? Delhi Police block 480 Pakistan-based handles spreasing 'fake news' since Operation Sindoor</a><h2>'Fast-track courts are not enough'</h2>CJP spokesperson Deepak Balyan also dismissed the Centre's announcement of fast-track courts for paper leak cases, saying it did not address the protesters' core demand. "CJP's clear call is that this protest will continue indefinitely until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. PM Modi says cases will be tried in fast-track courts, but those are just words; we don't trust them because the youth have been cheated many times before. The youth feel betrayed and are troubled," Balyan said.The CJP has been leading protests at Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak, demanding accountability, education reforms and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Despite Wangchuk ending his fast, the party says the agitation will continue until its principal demand is met.&nbsp;

The Cockroach Janta Party has said its protest over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak will continue despite Sonam Wangchuk ending his 26-day hunger strike, insisting that nothing short of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation will satisfy the movement's core demand.

New Delhi: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Friday (Jul 24) once again asserted that its agitation over the alleged NEET paper leak would continue until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. This comes even as activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike following assurances from the Centre. Speaking to reporters ahead of the CJP's meeting with Minister of Health and Family Welfare of India J P Nadda, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said the party was relieved that Wangchuk had called off his fast but insisted that the movement's primary demand remained unchanged. "Our protest will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. We are very happy and relieved that Sonam sir has ended his hunger strike, as it had been over 26 days. His life is extremely precious to this country," Dipke said. "Nothing less than the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan will be accepted," he insisted. Also read | 'Enemies of the nation...': Sonia Gandhi breaks silence on NEET protest, slams PM Modi's 'cowardice and wanton cruelty'

The Cockroach Janta Party has said its protest over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak will continue despite Sonam Wangchuk ending his 26-day hunger strike, insisting that nothing short of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation will satisfy the movement's core demand.

Cockroach Janta Party claims 'PM under pressure'; Dipke insists Jantar Mantar NEET 'protest will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns'

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CJP warns agitation could return; claims Bihar, Assam to withdraw FIRs against NEET protesters

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over NEET paper leak

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