Abhijeet Dipke of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) ended his hunger strike on Monday following a request from activist Sonam Wangchuk. The party has initiated discussions with Union Minister J.P. Nadda regarding protests over alleged NEET-UG examination irregularities. Security remains tight in central Delhi as demonstrations continue near Parliament Street.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has entered into a dialogue phase with the Union government amid ongoing protests concerning the transparency of the national NEET-UG examination. Party founder Abhijeet Dipke concluded his fast at Jantar Mantar on Monday morning. The decision to stop the hunger strike was made after an appeal from activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a long-term fast since June 28, 2026, to preserve the strength of protesters involved in the movement.
Government Contact and Legislative Demands
The move towards negotiation follows reports from CJP spokesperson Saurav Das, who indicated that government officials reached out to the party leadership for discussions earlier today. Party representatives Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das were reported to be traveling to meet Union Minister J.P. Nadda to discuss the group's list of demands. The primary issues highlighted by the protesters include the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and comprehensive reforms to the current education system in response to alleged examination paper leaks.
Security and Public Order in Central Delhi
While political discussions are underway, the situation on the ground in New Delhi remains tense. Large crowds gathered near Parliament Street throughout the morning, leading to significant police activity. Security forces were deployed across central intersections and near critical government buildings, including Shastri Bhawan, to manage the protest movement. Authorities utilized precautionary measures, including the deployment of tear gas, after participants attempted to move past police barricades toward Parliament.
Next Steps for the Movement
As the CJP engages in talks with the Union government, the focus for participants and the public will be on the outcome of these meetings. The key monitorable for investors and the general public will be whether the government provides a concrete timeline for addressing the alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG examination process. Additionally, the continuity of these demonstrations will depend on how the government addresses the core demands presented by the CJP leadership and the sustained advocacy of activists like Sonam Wangchuk.