CJP July 24 Protest: School closure updates

Published 23 July 2026 · education

Are schools and colleges closed on July 24? Why has the CJP called a nationwide protest? Live Events What are the protesters demanding? Action against

Are schools and colleges closed on July 24? Why has the CJP called a nationwide protest? Live Events What are the protesters demanding? Action against those allegedly involved in the NEET-UG paper leak Resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Greater transparency and accountability in the examination system Will Andhra Pradesh and Telangana schools remain open? Will schools remain closed in Kerala? Schools Higher secondary schools Colleges Universities School holiday tomorrow: What should students do? Check official notices issued by their school, college or university. Monitor updates from the district administration and state education department. Stay updated through their institution's official WhatsApp groups, website or other verified communication channels. as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Addas a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Students and parents across India are searching whether schools and colleges will remain closed on Friday, July 24, after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) called for a nationwide protest over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak.While the protest is expected to take place in several districts, there is no official order announcing a nationwide or statewide school or college holiday as of now.No. As of the time of writing, no state government has announced a statewide holiday for schools or colleges on Friday, July 24, in connection with the CJP's nationwide protest or the ongoing anti-NEET demonstrations.Educational institutions are expected to function as usual unless local authorities or individual institutions issue separate notifications.The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has appealed to students, youth groups and civil society organisations to hold peaceful demonstrations across districts on Friday, July 24.In a poster shared on its official social media platforms, the organisation urged people to unite under the slogan: "Every District.

One Day. One Demand."According to the CJP, the protests are being organised in solidarity with those allegedly subjected to police brutality during the ongoing anti-NEET agitation.The organisation has also asked participating groups to obtain the necessary permissions, organise peaceful gatherings and publicly read out the protesters' demands.The CJP has said its movement will continue until its key demands are addressed, including:The nationwide protest comes days after the organisation's 'Sansad Chalo' march in Delhi, during which clashes were reported