Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke vows to continue the agitation at Jantar Mantar, while activist Sonam Wangchuk warns of a hunger strike from June 27
New Delhi: The protest spearheaded by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy entered its second day on Sunday, with organisers refusing to withdraw from Jantar Mantar and intensifying their demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, protesters remained at the venue overnight despite the expiry of the permitted protest period on Saturday evening. The demonstration subsequently evolved into a continuous sit-in, with participants pledging to continue until their demands are addressed.
Addressing supporters, Dipke urged students and members of the public to join the movement, describing it as a campaign for accountability in the education system. “We will continue this protest peacefully until justice is delivered,” he said.
The agitation centres on allegations of examination irregularities and repeated paper leaks. Protesters have also demanded stronger safeguards for national-level entrance examinations and compensation for families of students allegedly affected by the controversy.
Meanwhile, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who joined the demonstration, announced that he would begin a hunger strike on June 27 if the minister does not step down.
Delhi Police said permission for the protest was granted only between 10 am and 5 pm on Saturday and warned that continuing beyond the approved timeframe could invite legal action. Heavy security remained deployed at the site as the protest continued for a second consecutive day.
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