Breaking from Jantar Mantar
In the latest chapter of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) agitation against exam paper leaks and systemic failures in India's education system, founder Abhijeet Dipke has been diagnosed with typhoid.
In a video shared on X, Dipke revealed he has been receiving IV drips every morning after blood tests confirmed the infection. Despite the setback, he declared: the fight continues until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
Key Developments (July 24-25)
Govt-CJP Talks: High-level meetings between CJP leaders (including Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka) and Union Ministers JP Nadda & Jitendra Singh concluded on July 24 at Constitution Club. CJP claims the government is positive on compensation for suicide-affected families and withdrawal of FIRs against peaceful protesters, but sought more time on the core demand of Pradhan's resignation. Another round is scheduled for the afternoon of July 25.
Supreme Court: CJI Surya Kant declined an urgent plea challenging police action during the July 20 'Sansad Chalo' march, stating the court has "no time to watch videos."
Police Action: Delhi Police have added attempt-to-murder charges in at least one of the 15 FIRs related to violence during the protest march.
Nationwide Stir: Protests continue across states. Metro restrictions and internet disruptions reported in Delhi as crowds persist at Jantar Mantar.
The Movement
What began as a satirical response to a judicial remark has grown into a major youth mobilization focused on NEET and other exam irregularities, student suicides, and accountability. Sonam Wangchuk's earlier hunger strike and support added momentum before he ended his fast.
CJP leaders maintain the July 20 march was "just a trailer" and warn of larger mobilisation if demands remain unmet.
Stay tuned for updates from the Solidarity Hub.
Sources: X posts, NDTV, Indian Express, Hindustan Times, Economic Times reports as of July 25, 2026.