NEET Protest Live: CJP Withdraws Protests With Immediate Effect

CJP withdraw agitation in good faith that demands — compensation to parents whose children's lives were lost, and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters — will be implemented timely manner.

Adressing the media, CJP representatives Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka said that the government has assured to withdraw FIRs against the protestors.

Govt assures to withdraw FIRs and will not proceed any further charges upon any protestors.

Delhi Police and all FIR in BJP ruled states will be withdrawn.

No future action on the cases registered against any CJP protestors

They were joined by Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh.

As CJP reiterates its demands post-Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh meets CJP leaders.

Anita Dipke, the mother of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founding president Abhijeet Dipke, expressed immense pride following Pradhan's resignation, saying her son had achieved something remarkable at a young age. Recalling the difficult period during the protests, she said the family was deeply distressed after he was allegedly beaten and slapped, leaving them unable to eat or sleep. "I am very happy. I feel very proud... He has done a tremendous job. He's still very young, yet he has accomplished something so significant at such a young age. I am extremely proud of him," she said.

Entry gates at three key Delhi Metro stations—Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat—have been reopened, restoring normal passenger access. The stations had witnessed restrictions earlier amid the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in the national capital. With the reopening of the entry gates, commuters can once again enter the stations without restrictions.

A third round of meeting between representatives of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the Centre is set to be held today

Following the historic win of CJP, Abhijeet Dipke asks protestors to do a candle march at 6 pm.

Ministers and CJP Spokespersons to meet shortly at the Constitution Club, Delhi following the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

With Pradhan's resignation, three CJP demands remain unfulfilled:

- ₹1 Cr to the families of all students who died by suicide - Pending

- No action against any of the student protesters - Pending

- ⁠Public Apology From RAF & Delhi Police - Pending

"Remember, do not mess with cockroach," says CJP founder Dipke in his initial speech at Jantar Mantar.

 CJP at Jantar Mantar dances in victory, says 'long live student power' as the protesters celebrate the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

He says education Mafias and Individuals sitting in responsible positions… Read on..

1. No Blame on His Ministry or Officers

• Praise for Ministry & System: He thanks the officials, staff, Council of Ministers, state governments, and district administrations, explicitly highlighting their collaborative efforts ("whole of government approach").

2. Who He Actually Blames

• "Individuals Sitting in Responsible Positions" (जिम्मेदार पदों पर बैठे व्यक्तियों): He explicitly accuses certain individuals in positions of responsibility of creating obstacles and deliberately misleading students.

• "Exam Mafia" (परीक्षा माफिया): He blames the illicit testing/exam mafia for ruining the prospects of hardworking and meritorious students.

• "Anti-National Forces" (राष्ट्र विरोधी ताकतें): He accuses anti-national elements of trying to exploit the ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar and across the nation to create disruption.

Fresh violence erupted near Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Saturday after protesters clashed with security personnel, marking the third such confrontation at the site since July 20. The latest flare-up came even as the Centre continued discussions with representatives of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which has been leading the nationwide agitation over alleged examination irregularities and demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

Clash Erupts on Tolstoy Marg

The confrontation broke out on Tolstoy Marg when a group of protesters attempted to move beyond the designated protest area near Jantar Mantar, triggering a standoff with police personnel.

According to initial reports, protesters threw stones at security forces during the confrontation. In response, personnel of the Rapid Action Force (RAF) fired tear gas shells to disperse the crowd and prevent the situation from escalating further.

Police teams were deployed in large numbers and were working to bring the situation under control.

Third Major Confrontation Since July 20

Saturday's incident is the third reported clash between protesters and police at the same location since demonstrations intensified on July 20.

Security has been significantly tightened across central Delhi in recent days, with multiple restrictions imposed around Jantar Mantar as authorities brace for further protests.

1. Moved / Saddened by Recent Events:

He explicitly writes that seeing the sequence of events over the last 10 days—specifically referring to the widespread unrest and protests at Jantar Mantar and across the country following the NEET-UG exam issue—has deeply saddened him.

2. Core Reasons for Resigning:

He states that he submitted his resignation to the Prime Minister to:

o Prevent anti-national forces from exploiting the unstable situation for their own interests.

o Maintain national unity.

o Protect students from getting caught up in legal entanglements or political confusion, so they can return their focus to their studies and career development.

translated by AI

For more than 4 decades, I have been dedicated to students, teachers, and education reform. It has always been my conviction that a strong, inclusive, and visionary education system forms the bedrock of a strong nation.

I deeply respect the aspirations, emotions, and legitimate expectations of the youth of this country. Fulfilling the dreams of India's young generation has been the moral resolve of our political and social lives. I express my gratitude to the Hon'ble Prime Minister for the opportunity given to me to serve the nation under his visionary leadership.

However, irregularities came to light in the NEET-UG examination held on May 3, 2026. Taking immediate cognizance of this, the Government of India handed over the investigation to the CBI, cancelled the exam, and announced the date for the re-examination. Additionally, it was decided that from next year onwards, this exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.

During this time, our top priority was to smoothly conduct the examination for over 20 lakh students. To achieve this, work was undertaken under a 'whole of government approach'. The Government of India, along with state governments—especially district administrations—played a crucial role in this effort. Furthermore, with the support of students and parents, the exam was successfully completed on June 21, 2026.

From day one, I took responsibility for this and never turned my back on the situation. My resolve was that we would not allow the prospects of any meritorious student to be ruined due to the exam mafia, nor allow injustice to happen to any student.

The NEET-UG results declared on July 16 were satisfactory, in which many meritorious students from underprivileged backgrounds achieved success.

However, even during this time, individuals sitting in responsible positions attempted to create obstacles to mislead students, which deeply pained my heart."

"I have always been a firm believer in the strength of our democracy and have held deep respect for the aspirations, dreams, and expectations of the youth. They are not only the future of India, but also the carriers, creators, and architects of a new and developed India.

My heart is deeply saddened after seeing the sequence of events over the last 10 days. This is not a matter of personal reputation for me.

The youth power of India is the true strength of this country.

My resolve is to not allow the youth power of the country to be trapped in a vicious cycle of confusion.

To ensure that anti-national forces do not take advantage of the situation that has arisen at Jantar Mantar and across the country, to maintain the unity of the nation, to prevent the future of even a single student in India from getting entangled in legal complexities, and so that our children dedicate their time to studying and focusing on building their careers—considering all these aspects, I have submitted my resignation to the Hon'ble Prime Minister.

I express my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon'ble Prime Minister for his guidance, trust, and continuous support. I also extend my gratitude to all my respected colleagues in the Council of Ministers, the officials and staff of the Ministry, and all those individuals with whom I had the privilege of working. Service to the nation is the highest priority of my life, and I will always remain dedicated to it.

With the blessings of Lord Shri Jagannath, I will continue to dedicate myself in every possible way to fulfilling the aspirations of Mother India, the people of Odisha, and the youth of the nation in the future as well.

Yours,

Dharmendra Pradhan"

Here is a concise summary of the resignation letter

Key Highlights:

• Commitment to Youth & Education: Expresses a lifelong dedication (over 4 decades) to students, teachers, and education reforms, emphasizing that a strong education system builds a strong nation.

• Context of NEET-UG Irregularities: Mentions the irregularities in the May 3, 2026 NEET-UG exam, noting the swift actions taken—canceling and re-conducting the exam on June 21, 2026, handing the investigation to the CBI, and switching to computer-based testing (CBT) for future exams.

• Distress Over Unrest & Protests: Expresses deep pain over the events of the past 10 days, particularly the ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar and across the country.

• Reason for Resignation: Resigns to prevent anti-national elements from taking advantage of the situation, to ensure youth/students are not misled or trapped in legal complications, and to allow students to focus peacefully on their studies and careers.

• Gratitude & Future Commitment: Expresses gratitude to the Prime Minister, Council of Ministers, and ministry officials, reaffirming his continued commitment to serving the nation, the people of Odisha, and India's youth.

Delhi Police on Saturday said it is continuously monitoring social media platforms to curb the spread of misinformation amid the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar. Addressing a media briefing, an official said the police are regularly sharing updates through their official social media handles to help people identify fake news, AI-generated and deepfake videos, edited clips, and misleading posts, enabling the public to distinguish between authentic and false information.

According to the statement shared on X, the movement claimed that police personnel deployed around the designated protest area have adopted increasingly restrictive measures to suppress democratic dissent. The CJP asserted that citizens attempting to join the peaceful gathering are being turned away or unlawfully detained simply for showing solidarity.

"Volunteers carrying food, drinking water, medicines and other essential items were allegedly being prevented from accessing the site," the statement highlighted, describing the police actions as an effort to enforce an artificial blockade around Jantar Mantar. The movement maintained that while governments may hold different views on public demonstrations, denying basic necessities to citizens exercising their fundamental rights cannot be justified in a constitutional democracy.

Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav was detained by police on Friday from the site of a students' protest in Patna while extending support to the demonstrators. Following his detention, Yadav asserted his solidarity with the protesting youth, saying, “We stand shoulder to shoulder with our youth, and we are even ready to sacrifice our lives for them.” The protest was being held over students' demands, though police intervened and took Yadav into custody at the protest site.