'Chalo Dilli': CJP to hold another protest at Jantar Mantar over exam irregularities on June 20, awaits police clearance
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has sought the Delhi Police's permission for a protest at Jantar Mantar on 20 June seeking Union Education Minister Dharmendra
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has sought the Delhi Police's permission for a protest at Jantar Mantar on 20 June seeking Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination related irregularities. The CJP has expressed confidence that its request would be approved. Earlier, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke had announced the group would start an indefinite sit-in at Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns. Also Read | CJP launches nationwide stir against Dharmendra Pradhan from Pune In a statement issued on 17 June, the party said it had completed all formalities required by the police and submitted details of the proposed protest, including the number of volunteers and other logistical arrangements. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What is the reason for the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar on June 20? ⌵ The CJP is protesting to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities. 2 What actions has the CJP taken to prepare for the protest on June 20? ⌵ The CJP has completed all necessary formalities with the Delhi Police, including submitting details about the number of volunteers and logistical arrangements for the protest. 3 How does the temporary ban on Telegram relate to the NEET-UG re-examination?
⌵ The temporary ban on Telegram was imposed to prevent the misuse of the platform by organized cheating networks allegedly involved in circulating leaked examination papers ahead of the NEET-UG re-examination. 4 Why was the NEET-UG examination canceled earlier this year? ⌵ The NEET-UG examination was canceled due to allegations of paper leaks that prompted investigations into the integrity of the exam. 5 What assurances has the Testing Agency (NTA) provided to prevent malpractice in the NEET re-exam? ⌵ The NTA has stated it is committed to zero malpractice and has implemented multiple layers of security to ensure the NEET re-examination is conducted fairly. "We have formally intimated the Delhi Police of a peaceful demonstration and dharna at Jantar Mantar on June 20, 2026. Delhi Police has said they will get back to us tomorrow morning. We are confident that the police will grant permission," CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said. In a video statement after meeting police officers, Das said he spent the day at the Parliament Street police station completing procedural requirements related to the proposed protest. "I have submitted the entire plan, the number of volunteers required and every other formality as required by the police. We hope that the Delhi Police will cooperate with us," he said.
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