Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Five FIRs filed in Delhi protest clashes
There were big protests in Delhi where people were marching to ask for the Education Minister to step down because of problems with exams.
The police say the protesters got violent and tried to break through barriers, and over 118 police officers got hurt.
The police have started investigating using videos from cameras and drones.
The protesters say they were just peacefully demonstrating and the police used too much force.
The police have filed five reports about the violence and are asking everyone to stay calm and cooperate.
Five FIRs have been registered in connection with violent clashes between Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) supporters and security officials in Delhi.
Protesters marched from Jantar Mantar to Parliament demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over examination irregularities.
Over 118 police personnel were injured during the protests, including senior ranks like Special Commissioner and Joint Commissioner.
Delhi Police are investigating the violence using video footage from various sources, including CCTV and police body-worn cameras.
Prohibitory orders remain in place around sensitive areas to prevent further escalation, and the police have appealed for calm.
- Who
- Supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), students, opposition leaders, activists, and Delhi Police personnel
- What
- Violent clashes between protesters and police during a march demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Delhi, from Jantar Mantar to Parliament
- Why
- Protesters demanded accountability in the education system due to recurring examination irregularities, including the NEET-UG paper leaks
Protesters
Delhi Police
Cause of Violence
Protesters
Protesters claim they were peacefully demonstrating against examination irregularities and were met with excessive force by the police.
Delhi Police
The Delhi Police state that the protesters turned violent, attempting to break through barricades and attacking police personnel.
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters allege that the police used unnecessary force to disperse the crowd.
Delhi Police
The police maintain that they used proportionate force to control the situation and protect public safety.
- Date of Protests
- Monday
- Number of FIRs
- 5
- Injured Police Personnel
- 118
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar to Parliament
- Demands of Protesters
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over examination irregularities
- Investigation Methods
- Video footage analysis including CCTV, drone cameras, and police body-worn cameras
- Prohibitory Orders
- In place around sensitive areas