Archive · 23 Jul 2026
CJP Protest Over NEET Paper Leak Enters Day 26
A protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over the NEET paper leak has been going on for 26 days.
It started as a student campaign but has grown into a bigger movement with support from activists and opposition parties.
The protesters want the Education Minister to resign, a fair investigation, and changes in the education system.
The government says it is ready to talk but has not agreed to the minister's resignation.
There have been clashes with the police, and the court is involved to look into the police actions.
Opposition parties are supporting the protesters, and a famous activist, Sonam Wangchuk, is on a hunger strike.
CJP protest over NEET paper leak enters Day 26 at Jantar Mantar.
Protesters demand resignation of Union Education Minister and transparent investigation.
Government willing to discuss but no indication of minister's resignation.
Delhi Police and protesters clashed, with allegations of internet shutdowns.
Opposition parties support protesters, and Delhi High Court intervenes.
- Who
- CJP protesters, Delhi Police, Union Ministers, Opposition Parties
- What
- Protest over NEET paper leak and demands for accountability
- When
- Entered Day 26 on Thursday
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- Allegations of paper leaks, demand for fair examinations, and accountability
Protesters' Demands
Government's Response
Resignation of Education Minister
Protesters' Demands
Protesters demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Government's Response
The government has not indicated any consideration of the minister's resignation.
Location of Discussions
Protesters' Demands
Protesters insist on discussions at Jantar Mantar or a neutral venue.
Government's Response
The government has invited protesters to discuss at the minister's residence.
- Protest Duration
- 26 days
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Key Demands
- Resignation of Education Minister, transparent investigation, education reforms, compensation for affected families
- Government Response
- Willing to discuss, fast-track courts for punishment, no indication of minister's resignation
- Opposition Support
- Congress, CPI(M), Trinamool Congress, and other opposition parties
- Court Intervention
- Delhi High Court issued notices, directed preservation of evidence, next hearing on September 11
Sources
CJP protest over NEET paper leak enters Day 26: What happened, key demands, Centre’s response
Hours-Long Stand-off Between Police, CJP Protesters at Sansad Marg
CJP Ignoring Govt Calls For Talks? Party Announces Nationwide Protest On July 24 Despite Centre's Outreach
