CJP again took to the streets in Delhi, Jantar Mantar echoed with plates and spoons; Deepke said- Dharmendra Pradhan should resign, 10 big things of the protest

By Samira Vishwas On Jun 20, 2026

Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) Protested at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar regarding alleged irregularities in the examination system, paper leaks and problems of students. The demonstration was led by party founder Abhijit Deepke. Controversy arose in the protest when Delhi Police had given permission for it only till 5 pm, but Deepke refused to end the protest. He clearly said that the movement will continue until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.

CJP says that Delhi Police is once again trying to end the peaceful protest. But cockroaches are also answering from their plate. We will not move away without taking the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.

Delhi Police is once again trying to end the peaceful protest. But cockroaches are also replying from their plate. We will not step down without resignation. pic.twitter.com/LFfWLxglIb
— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) June 20, 2026

10 big things about Cockroach Janata Party’s performance

1. Why did the demonstration start? CJP and the students involved in the protest allege that questions are continuously being raised in the examination system of the country. Students have been angry for a long time regarding paper leaks, delay in exams and transparency. The protesters say that accountability should be fixed in matters related to the future of the youth. Students raised their voice at Jantar Mantar regarding this demand.

2. What is the demand of Abhijeet Deepke? CJP Founder Abhijeet Deepke During the protest, he said that the way for talks with the government is open, but his main demand is that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan should take responsibility and step down from the post. He also appealed to the police to extend the permission for the demonstration. Deepke said that if an arrest is made, he is ready to be the first to arrest him.

3. What happened between the police and the protesters? Delhi Police clarified that the permission for demonstration was only till 5 pm. After the time was over, the police asked the protesters to vacate the place. The police started the process of removing people peacefully. According to the report, initially there was no information about any use of force. CJP alleges that Delhi Police switched off the lights of the protest site. Besides, access to water, food and washroom was also banned.

It’s 8 PM, and Delhi Police has switched off the lights at the protest site while also restricting access to water, food, and washrooms.They are not only denying basic rights but also creating a serious security risk. Peaceful student protesters are being deprived of essential… pic.twitter.com/V7Di4o6Cxm
— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) June 20, 2026

4. Why did Deepke refuse to end the strike? Deepke said that students from all over the country have come with the hope of justice. He told the police that the movement is peaceful and the voice of the students should be heard. He claimed that this movement is not for any political gain but to raise the problems of the students. He also appealed to the supporters to gather again at 6 pm.

Did the order to shut off water and electricity at Jantar Mantar come from the Prime Minister or the Home Minister? pic.twitter.com/kXoe5eyhGa
— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) June 20, 2026

5. Why were plates and spoons played in the demonstration? CJP had appealed to his supporters to reach with plates and spoons. The protesters used them as symbols of protest. He said that if the voice is not being heard then the voice of protest will have to be intensified. During this time the students also raised slogans against the government.

6. Who participated in the demonstration? There was presence of students, youth and CJP supporters at Jantar Mantar. Many protesters arrived wearing cockroach masks and brought posters with different messages. Some student leaders associated with AISA also took part in the protest.

7. Why is the anger of students increasing? Students participating in the protest say that the repeated cases of paper leaks have weakened the trust. Anxiety has increased among the youth regarding NEET and other competitive examinations. Students want that the examination process should be completely secure and transparent. According to him, this is not just an examination but a question of the future of millions of youth.

8. How did the movement start from social media? CJP leaders claim that this movement did not start from any big political organization but through social media. Many youth expressed their displeasure online and then decided to reach Jantar Mantar. Some participants said that they did not know the future of the movement, but felt it necessary to raise their voice.

9. Deepke’s letter to PM Modi: Before the demonstration, Abhijeet Deepke had written an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In the letter, he had demanded to fix accountability on issues related to the examination system. CJP is continuously talking about improving the education system and fixing responsibility.

10. What will happen next? At present the matter stands between student agitation and administrative action. The police are taking action based on the permission rules, while the protesters are firm on their demands. CJP says that the movement will continue and he will not back down from his demands.