New Delhi, 23 July
‘Won’t leave Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns,’ CJP to PM Modi
In a firm message to the government, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has declared that its protesters until Pradhan resigns will not leave Jantar Mantar. The ongoing agitation over the NEET paper leaks has intensified, with CJP leaders and supporters vowing to sustain the sit-in protest until Pradhan resigns.
CJP national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka made it clear that the demonstrators remain resolute. “We will not leave this place until Pradhan resigns,” he asserted during an interaction with PTI. This uncompromising stand reflects the deep public frustration over the recurring examination scandals that have shaken the trust of millions of students and their families across the country.
PM Modi’s Response Falls Short, Say Protesters
Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke his silence on the NEET paper leak issue on Thursday, announcing the establishment of fast-track courts to deliver swift justice to those involved in the leaks. In his post on X, the Prime Minister emphasized, “Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth!”
However, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke reacted sharply by sharing an image of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan with the caption “Hi my name is Nothing,” suggesting that the minister’s position remains protected despite widespread calls for accountability. The party reiterated its core demand with a simple yet powerful statement: “Dharmendra Pradhan Must Resign.”
Ranka welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of fast-track courts but maintained that such measures are insufficient without systemic overhaul. He stressed that the CJP protesters will continue their dharna at Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns, highlighting that post-leak punishments do not address the root causes embedded in the education system.
“Paper leaks are occurring in this country because from top to bottom, the entire system is filled with incompetent and corrupt individuals, starting right with the country’s Education Minister,” Ranka said. He questioned the competence of the minister, asking, “How can a person who cannot even spell ‘NEET’ be expected to stop a paper leak?”
The CJP leader drew a powerful analogy: “Applying ointment after an injury is one thing, but the real fight is about preventing the injury from happening in the first place.” He added that the government must focus on prevention rather than reaction, and the party will maintain its protest until Pradhan resigns.
Public Anger Shifts Towards PM Modi
Ranka claimed that public anger over the issue was now increasingly being directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with more protesters raising slogans against him. “The focus is now shifting towards the prime minister. If you listen to the slogans here, you will find that people’s anger is increasingly being directed at him over why he is not listening to them,” he noted.
According to Ranka, citizens have begun asking direct questions to the Prime Minister, signaling a growing demand for accountability at the highest levels. The CJP has positioned its protest as a long-term movement that will persist until Pradhan resigns, keeping pressure on both the Education Minister and the central government.
Live Updates from the Ground
Mumbai Police Controversy In Mumbai, a video went viral showing a police officer allegedly threatening detained student protesters by claiming he could plant “50 grams of powder” in their pockets to frame them in a false drug case. The incident has sparked massive outrage over police high-handedness during the NEET protest crackdown.
Hindutva Groups Target Protesters CJP chief spokesperson Saurav Das shared a disturbing video of self-proclaimed Gau Rakshaks allegedly attacking a minor’s father at Jantar Mantar. The group reportedly claimed to be searching for “cockroaches” and called on other organizations to join them in confronting the protesters, raising serious concerns about vigilante violence.
Metro Station Closures Chief Justice of India Surya Kant took suo motu note of the closure of several metro stations, which has hampered lawyers and litigants from reaching the courts. He warned that the Supreme Court would intervene if the issue is not resolved by lunchtime.
Parliamentary Face-off Outside Parliament, Opposition and NDA MPs engaged in heated protests and counter-slogans over the NEET paper leak issue. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was also seen participating in the opposition demonstration as both sides clashed near Makar Dwar.
Delhi High Court on PIL The Delhi High Court agreed to hear on Friday a Public Interest Litigation seeking a probe into the CJP-led protest at Jantar Mantar. The petitioner argued that the agitation has brought Delhi to a standstill, with blocked roads affecting ordinary citizens.
Dramatic Escape in Mumbai In a surprising incident in Chembur, a man casually approached a police van carrying detained student protesters, opened the latch, and allowed several youths to escape.
Why the Protest Continues Until Pradhan Resigns
The CJP maintains that cosmetic measures like fast-track courts will not restore faith in the examination system. Only structural reforms and ministerial accountability can prevent future leaks. This is why the party has taken the firm position that its activists will not vacate Jantar Mantar until Pradhan resigns.
As the Monsoon Session of Parliament continues amid disruptions, the protest at Jantar Mantar has become a focal point for student frustration and demands for clean governance in education. With each passing hour, more voices join the chorus demanding that the government act decisively on the core issue.
The CJP has made its message loud and clear: the sit-in will continue until Pradhan resigns. Whether the government responds with concrete steps or faces mounting public pressure remains to be seen. For now, Jantar Mantar stands as a symbol of resistance, where determined protesters refuse to budge until Pradhan resigns.
This article will be updated as the situation develops.