Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Journalists Face Repeated Attacks at CJP Protests
Journalists have been facing repeated attacks and intimidation while covering the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.
The latest incident involved a Times Now reporter who was assaulted by a mob.
Other journalists from various media organizations have also reported being heckled, threatened, and physically attacked.
Protesters accuse the media of being dishonest, while journalists claim they are being targeted for their professional duties.
The incidents have raised serious concerns about the safety of journalists and press freedom.
The CJP spokesperson has condemned the violence and appealed for peace.
Journalists from various media organizations have been attacked and intimidated while covering the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar.
The latest incident involved a Times Now reporter who was assaulted by a mob on July 21, 2026.
Protesters accuse the media of being dishonest and not telling their story accurately.
Journalists claim they are being targeted for their professional duties and face hostility from sections of the crowd.
The CJP spokesperson has condemned the violence and appealed for peace.
- Who
- Journalists from various media organizations, including Times Now, OpIndia, Zee News, and ABP News.
- What
- Repeated attacks and intimidation of journalists covering the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar.
- When
- Since the protest began on June 6, 2026, with the latest incident on July 21, 2026.
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
- Why
- Protesters accuse media of bias and dishonesty, while journalists claim they are being targeted for their professional duties.
Protesters' Perspective
Journalists' Perspective
Media Bias
Protesters' Perspective
Protesters accuse media of being dishonest and not telling their story accurately.
Journalists' Perspective
Journalists claim they are reporting facts and being targeted for their professional duties.
Violence Justification
Protesters' Perspective
Some left-liberal journalists justify the attacks on certain media personnel, distinguishing between 'hate-spewing' anchors and hardworking reporters.
Journalists' Perspective
Journalists and their supporters condemn all forms of violence against media personnel, regardless of their ideological alignment.
- Date of Latest Incident
- July 21, 2026
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Number of Journalists Attacked
- Multiple
- Protest Duration
- Since June 6, 2026
- Protest Demand
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET paper leak controversy
- CJP Spokesperson's Response
- Condemned the violence and appealed for peace
