Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Gen Z Protesters Share Survival Tips Online
Students and protesters in New Delhi are demanding the resignation of the Education Minister over issues with the NEET exam.
They are sharing tips online on how to deal with police actions like tear gas and internet shutdowns.
Protesters are using offline maps, special messaging apps, and protective gear to stay safe.
There have been injuries on both sides during confrontations.
The protesters are organized by the Cockroach Janata Party and are gathered at Jantar Mantar.
Protesters in New Delhi are demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET fiasco.
They are sharing survival tips online, including using offline maps and Bluetooth messaging apps to cope with internet shutdowns.
Tear gas remedies and protective gear like masks and goggles are being widely circulated among protesters.
Several protesters and police personnel have been injured during confrontations, with one woman in critical condition.
The protests are organized by the Cockroach Janata Party and are centered at Jantar Mantar.
- Who
- Students and protesters gathered by the Cockroach Janata Party
- What
- Protests demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET fiasco
- When
- Ongoing, with recent confrontations on Monday
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Why
- Protesters are demanding accountability and resignation over the NEET examination controversy
Protesters
Police
Use of Force
Protesters
Protesters claim police are using excessive force, including tear gas and batons, causing injuries.
Police
Police maintain they are acting to maintain law and order, using force only when necessary.
Internet Shutdowns
Protesters
Protesters view internet shutdowns as a violation of their right to communicate and organize.
Police
Authorities may argue that internet shutdowns are necessary to prevent the spread of misinformation and to maintain public safety.
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Protest Organizers
- Cockroach Janata Party
- Demands
- Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET fiasco
- Injuries
- Several protesters and police personnel injured during confrontations
- Critical Injury
- One woman rushed to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in critical condition
- Survival Tips Shared
- Offline maps, Bluetooth messaging apps, LoRa devices, tear gas remedies, protective gear