CJP’s Parliament March Highlights: ‘Won’t move until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns’; CJP continues protest at Jantar Mantar
The CJP leaders have raised three demands: Release of Sonam Wangchuk, immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and compensation of Rs 1 crore to kin of those who died by suicide following the NEET paper leak.
Security forces used tear gas to dispel agitators gathered at Jantar Mantar on Monday. (Express photo)
Grey skies and a light drizzle played agents of deception in Delhi on Monday, failing to reflect the drama that unfolded on the city below.
More than 50,000 protesters tried to march to Parliament, calling for Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, and government accountability over exam paper leaks and subsequent student suicides.
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March to Parliament turns to chaos
They did not make it. All-out rioting and clashes raged for hours in the heart of Delhi, engulfing its iconic intersections around Jantar Mantar, as security forces cracked down on protesters with canes and tear-gas shells.
As darkness fell, it remained unclear where the battle lines stood. Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka and Gitanjali, Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, said they would continue their sit-in protest in the absence of a any commitment from the government.
Several protesters and security personnel were injured in the clashes, and police dismantled tents and other structures set up by the demonstrators as the march intensified. Mobile internet services around Jantar Mantar and Parliament were suspended.
Sonam Wangchuk’s new letter
In an apparent climbdown from his call for minister Dharmendra Pradahan’s resignation, Wangchuk, who remains admitted to Safdarjung Hospital, said he would continue his hunger strike until students’ concerns were raised in Parliament.
In a handwritten note to hospital authorities, he had earlier asked to be allowed to join Monday’s march, even temporarily.
He also offered to end his fast if the government accepted three conditions, including taking responsibility for recent failures in the education system and the NEET paper leak, or if political leaders met him in hospital and assured him the conditions would be met.
CJP’s first talks with government
CJP spokespersons Das and Ranka met Union Minister J P Nadda twice through the day, submitting a memorandum with three demands: Wangchuk’s unconditional release, the immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and compensation of Rs 1 crore for the families of students who died by suicide following the NEET paper leak.
Nadda said the meeting was held in “a cordial atmosphere” and that the government would hold internal discussions on the demands. Ranka said the delegation had received no firm commitments.
“The minister assured us he will discuss this at the appropriate level. However, no commitments have been made so far,” Das said in a post on X, adding that peaceful protesters would not relent until their demands were met.
CJP’s demands
Twenty-one students have died by suicide since the NEET paper leak in May, which had forced roughly 20 lakh students to resit the exam.
The memorandum submitted to Nadda also cited alleged irregularities in the CBSE Class XII portal and delays in CUET as part of a pattern of examination failures.
Opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, Akhilesh Yadav and Arvind Kejriwal extended solidarity to the protesters and condemned what they called police brutality.
The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded on Monday amid repeated adjournments over Opposition sloganeering on the NEET paper leak.
Monday marked the 23rd day of the CJP’s protest at Jantar Mantar, which has seen a series of dramatic developments in recent days.
On Saturday, Delhi Police removed Wangchuk from the protest site and shifted him to Safdarjung Hospital, citing his deteriorating health. CJP founder Dipke then began his own hunger strike at the Jantar Mantar stage, ending it on Monday morning after Wangchuk sent word that Dipke would need his energy to continue leading the protest.
Our correspondents Alok Singh, Sakshi Chand, Pragynesh, Sohini Ghosh, Srirupa Goswami, Drishti Jain, Devansh Mittal, Swapnil Joglekar, Nirbay Thakur, Vidheesha Kunatamalla, Tabshir Shams, photographers Praveen Khanna and Tashi Tobgyal are bringing you the latest updates. On the desk, Merin Varghese, Navya Beri, Anupama Yadav, Richa Shrivastava Sudhakar Singh and Chithira N Raju are coordinating our coverage and news alerts.
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Jul 21, 2026 05:42 AM IST
‘Hit on head multiple times… now in ICU’: More than 100 CJP protesters at RML emergency
Ravi, 24, an e-rickshaw driver from Muzaffarnagar, is in ICU at RML Hospital with severe head injuries and brain bleed after the police rained blows during a lathicharge at Sansad Marg, where protesters had gathered for the “Sansad chalo” march against the NEET exam cancellations. He is among the over 100 protesters, who were brought to Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital through the afternoon on Monday with a range of major and minor injuries, most of them in the head and limbs.
His brother, Shyam, told The Indian Express, “The police started firing tear gas. We moved back a little. Then they started a lathicharge. One policeman started hitting Ravi on the head multiple times, then he went down. We somehow managed to get him here,” says Shyam, adding how Ravi had decided to join the protest a week ago because he was fed up with the education system and chose to stand by students. “Ravi received multiple blows on his head, which caused intracranial bleeding. He was unresponsive when he was brought here and his vitals were dropping,” said the on-duty head superintendent of nursing at RML Hospital. Read Full Report
Jul 21, 2026 05:10 AM IST
Students, parents, delivery agents, architects — the faces behind the CJP’s march to Parliament
Long before the first police barricade was pushed by a protester or the first tear gas shell was fired by a security personnel, Jantar Mantar saw people from various walks of life – students, parents, teachers and young professionals — gathering to take part in the march towards the Parliament.
By 9 am, many from across the country had arrived for the Cockroach Janata Party’s march, seeking Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Around them, Delhi Police personnel stood guard, with barricades sealing off the roads leading out of Jantar Mantar.
The core team of CJP was still in talks with the police near the stage to be allowed to hold the march.
From Jantar Mantar to near Parliament: A protest march that took on a life on its own
Around 3 pm on Monday, as MPs gathered inside the Parliament for the first day of the Monsoon Session, an eerie silence filled the Sansad Marg. The road was strewn with abandoned shoes and slippers – the only traces of the tens of thousands of students and young professionals who had, minutes earlier, marched towards the Parliament demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Lathicharged and subjected to tear gas shells by Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force personnel, the protesters had been pushed back.
For the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), it marked a turning point – the protest, which had caught the attention of the country, appeared to have slipped out of its control.
It all unraveled after the CJP announced that they had been invited by the government for talks – a win, though marginal and eventually inconsequential.
The day had begun much earlier, with students and young professionals filtering through police checkpoints to reach Jantar Mantar, where the CJP had been camping for nearly a month over the alleged mismanagement of the NEET examination. Read Full Report
Jul 21, 2026 03:42 AM IST
Sons injured during CJP’s Parliament march, a mother breaks down: ‘Attack on country’s children’
At around 4 pm, amid the clamour of slogans, ambulance sirens and exploding teargas shells, hundreds of protesters streamed out of the gates of an iconic gurdwara in the heart of Delhi — their refuge on a tumultuous afternoon.
Some clutched damp handkerchiefs to their faces to ward off the teargas, others held half-finished plastic water bottles they had hurriedly filled inside, and a few carried placards that read: “We are with Sonam Wangchuk.”
Only minutes earlier, many of them had rushed into Gurdwara Bangla Sahib to escape the police lathi-charge and chaos unfolding on Parliament Street, where thousands of people had joined the CJP-led march to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
“We wanted to protect ourselves from the lathi-charge,” a protester said.
The roads outside had turned into a heavily barricaded security zone, with rows of Delhi Police personnel and paramilitary forces waiting for the crowds to disperse. Inside Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, devotees continued offering prayers while volunteers distributed water and refreshments to the injured. Read Full Report
The Delhi Police said “more than 118 police personnel”, including some senior officers, sustained injuries as protesters attacked them with “stones and other objects” and “resorted to large-scale violence” on Monday.
“During the scuffle, around 60 protesters were also reported to (have been)… injured,” it said in a statement.
“The protesters displayed unruly, aggressive and violent behaviour. Despite repeated warnings and lawful directions issued by the police, they refused to disperse and deliberately violated the prohibitory orders in force. The protesters attacked police personnel with stones and other objects, attempted to breach police barricades, vandalised police and other government vehicles, damaged public property, and resorted to large-scale violence, posing a serious threat to public order, the security arrangements in place, and the safety of police personnel performing their lawful duties,” it said.
According to the statement, “senior officers of the ranks of Special Commissioner of Police, Joint Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police and Assistant Commissioner of Police, besides several women police personnel” were among those injured. Read Full Report
Jul 21, 2026 02:03 AM IST
‘Ready to be here till the end’: At midnight, protesters regroup at Jantar Mantar
Despite attempts to disperse protesters throughout the day and heavy rain in the evening, there was a sizable crowd at Jantar Mantar shouting slogans against the central government and the Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan well past midnight.
With no electricity at the site – protesters claimed power was cut deliberately – people used mobile phone torches to make their way around the stage, carrying water bottles, biscuits and other essentials. Also present were a large number of police personnel. Read Full Report
Jul 21, 2026 01:26 AM IST
Protest will continue, say Sonam Wangchuk, Abhijeet Dipke
Tens of thousands of protesters demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan took over the heart of Lutyens’s Delhi on Monday, breaking through police barricades and attempting to march to Parliament on the first day of the Monsoon Session.
While the main group of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activists were confined by police to the vicinity of Jantar Mantar, very large numbers — estimated to be 50,000 or more — of mostly young men and women challenged the security forces at dozens of locations across the New Delhi police district.
Police and anti-riot forces responded with lathicharge, tear gas, and water cannon across several stretches of Ashoka Road, Janpath, Raisina Road, Dr Rajendra Prasad Road, Firozeshah Road, and Bhai Vir Singh Marg, injuring scores of protesters.
The organisers of the march — the CJP and activist Sonam Wangchuk – had repeatedly called for a peaceful protest; by early afternoon, however, the protest had degenerated into violence, and pitched street battles were being fought at many places.
Injured protesters, some of whom had broken bones and cracked skulls, were taken to Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital and Lady Hardinge Hospital. Four protesters were admitted to the ICU at RML. Until 5.30 pm, emergency teams at RML had attended to around 100 people injured in the protests, hospital sources said. Read Full Report
Jul 21, 2026 12:40 AM IST
Power cut at protest site; protesters allege deliberate disruption
Electricity at the protest site has been cut off, with protesters alleging that the outage was deliberate.
Jul 20, 2026 11:58 PM IST
Over 118 Delhi Police, CAPF personnel hurt in protest violence, senior officers among injured
More than 118 personnel from the Delhi Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), including officers of the ranks of Special Commissioner, Joint Commissioner, Additional Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner, sustained injuries while on duty during the violent protests on Monday, says Delhi Police.
🚨आज हुए उग्र प्रदर्शन के दौरान ड्यूटी पर तैनात दिल्ली पुलिस के विशेष आयुक्त, संयुक्त आयुक्त, अतिरिक्त आयुक्त और उपायुक्त रैंक के अधिकारियों सहित दिल्ली पुलिस और केन्द्रीय पुलिस बलों के कुल 118 पुलिसकर्मियों से अधिक को चोटें आई, @CPDelhi श्री अनुराग कुमार ने अस्पताल जाकर घायल… pic.twitter.com/SGpiONjbd7
Abhijeet Dipke addresses media, explains next steps
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke addresses the media, outlines the next course of action
Reason for Halting the Parliament March: Organizers decided to stop the protest march to prioritize the safety of students, as the situation had escalated and they feared further injuries from police action.
Sonam Wangchuk's Decision: Following reports of police brutality against student protesters, Sonam Wangchuk has officially decided to extend his hunger strike.
Allegations Against Police: Abhijit Dipke claimed that the police used excessive and unprovoked force, including lathi charges, and accused them of mistreating female protesters.
Stance on Dialogue: The organizers stated they will only engage in talks with a senior government minister, as they feel lower-level administration officials are not capable of addressing their specific demands.
Health Concerns: With Sonam Wangchuk’s fast surpassing 23 days, concerns regarding potential organ damage and the severe risk to his life have intensified according to medical and family consultations
Jul 20, 2026 10:28 PM IST
Medical assistance will be provided to injured, CJP leaders assures supporters as protest continues
CJP protest continues at the site. CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka tells supporters medical assistance will be provided to injured students and protesters, while its legal team will extend support to those who have been detained.
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VIDEO | Delhi: CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka says medical assistance will be provided to injured students and protesters, while its legal team will extend support to those who have been detained. pic.twitter.com/qhQetshKMw
Police van overturned outside Janpath Metro | Scenes from protest site
After chaotic scenes, our reporter Alok Singh shares a video of a police van overturned outside Janpath Metro Station. CJP leaders are saying they will continue the sit-in protest until their demands are met.
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Police Control Room overturned by protesters outside Janpath Metro Station
Peaceful protest an inviolable and fundamental right, says Rahul Gandhi
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi wrote on X, "Peaceful protest is an inviolable and fundamental right. Every police officer and government employee blindly following orders to attack India's innocent students should keep this in mind: The Constitution is your master. Power does not last forever. Accountability will certainly be enforced."
Jul 20, 2026 09:11 PM IST
Trying to assess extent of casualties, says CJP leader Ashutosh Ranka
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka says, "I think lakhs and lakhs of Indian youth showed up in Delhi today, which means that the youth of this country is pretty much done with this government. We thank them for coming in such large numbers and standing with us, fighting for the cause. At the same time, the visuals we are seeing from across Delhi involving the Delhi Police are deeply concerning. The kind of brutality unleashed by the Delhi Police today has no words. We are still trying to assess the extent of the casualties suffered by our protesters, and we are trying to reach out to them to provide the best legal and medical aid."
Health Bulletin of Sonam Wangchuk from Safdarjung Hospital is out.
“Shri Sonam Wangchuk continues to receive medical treatment at VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital. His vital parameters are stable. Although his blood sugar levels remain on lower side, other blood parameters have shown improvement following oral rehydration therapy (ORS) and Syrup Potassium supplementation. He continues to remain under the close supervision of a multidisciplinary team of experts from VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital and AlIMS, New Delhi.
Continuous clinical monitoring remains essential for his recovery from mild to moderate dehydration and for the early identification and prevention of any potential complications. All necessary medical care is being provided, and his clinical condition is being closely monitored. Further management will be guided by his clinical progress and serial laboratory investigations.”
Jul 20, 2026 08:54 PM IST
A protester's injured leg and RAF official's pity | Scenes from tea stall at protest site
Here's what our photographer Tashi Tobgyal heard and saw at a tea stall near the protest site in the evening: Towards dusk, as the chaos subsided, scores of security personnel and protesters who had travelled from far-flung places swarmed a tea stall, digging into hot samosas at the spot near Jantar Mantar. Soon, a conversation broke out. Ankit, a resident of Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, poured his heart out to an RAF personnel, showing his injured leg. The officer, from Srinagar, insisted he had been considerate towards the crowd, and said he pitied him. Ankit responded, "Indeed, your only job is pitying."
Jul 20, 2026 08:06 PM IST
What unfolded in Jantar Mantar today: Slogans, tear gas, lathi-charge | In pic | Recap
Jul 20, 2026 07:58 PM IST
Can't trust government until demands met, says Sonam Wangchuk's wife Angmo
On CJP protest, Sonam Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali Angmo says, "Today's protest march 'hugely successful', awakened national consciousness on education; can't trust govt until our demands are met."
With PTI input
Jul 20, 2026 07:37 PM IST
‘Hit on every inch of my body’: Protester from viral ‘maaro sir’ video
Amid a lathicharge against protesters in Jantar Mantar, a video went viral showing one man surrounded by several security personnel, who were hitting him with lathis while he repeatedly shouted out, “Maaro (hit me), sir.”
Amid the many videos emerging from the site was that of the lone protester surrounded by the security personnel. After he endured a few hits, a policewoman holding a Tricolour intervened and attempted to take him away.
The man later identified himself as Bharat Banait from Nagpur. He told The Indian Express, “I was hit on the head and on every inch of my body. Around 15-20 RAF (Rapid Action Force) officers were hitting me… This is a protest by students, and I condemn the government’s action against it.”
Following the crackdown on protesters, Delhi Police advised them to exercise restraint and maintain law and order. Rajeev Ranjan, Additional Commissioner of Police, said in a video posted on X, “The Delhi Police appeals to all protesters to exercise restraint and cooperate with the police in maintaining peace and law and order. All protesters are requested to conduct their demonstrations peacefully. They should not engage in any illegal or violent activities and must comply with the legal instructions given by police personnel deployed on duty.”
Sakshi Chand reports
Jul 20, 2026 07:08 PM IST
Will not stop till Pradhan resigns, says CJP leader
As the CJP protest continues, party leader Ashutosh Ranka said they will not stop until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. Ranka's post on X said, "The cockroaches have achieved a major victory today! We made the Government bow down and listen to us. We will not stop till Dharmendra Pradhan resigns." In another post, he criticised the Centre's lack of response, "No response from the government yet. There are still thousands of protesters all across the city. Is the government response going to be limited to police brutality? "
No response from the government yet.
There are still thousands of protesters all across the city.
Sonam Wangchuk says he will continue hunger strike till MPs meet CJP leaders. On the 23rd day of hunger strike, activist Wangchuk remains relentless in seeking accountability from Union Education Minister Dharmendhra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak. In a handwritten note posted on X, Wangchuk pressed for students to be allowed to raise their voice before the Parliament.
BJP government pouncing on youth, says Rahul Gandhi
Amid the CJP protest, Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi wrote on X, "Prime Minister Modi is the most youth-hostile Prime Minister in India's history—so youth-hostile that he can't even demand the resignation of a failed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. 152 paper leaks. 7.5 crore students victimized. And not a single guilty person punished. Who got the punishment? The hardworking youth. And when these children raised legitimate questions about education—they were met with batons and detention in response. The criminals who leaked the papers roam free—and the students raising valid issues are dragged around, beaten. This government isn't just failing the youth—it's pouncing on them.
Jul 20, 2026 06:35 PM IST
Police has been absolutely brutual, says Abhijeet Dipke
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke tells PTI, "The police has been absolutely brutal. They have broken the scalp of many students who were protesting here. Even a 15-year-old girl was brutally beaten up by a male police officer. And the male police officer even tried to grab the hair of Sonam Vangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Wangchuk. They even tried to lathi charge on her and tried to drag her out of the tempo."
Jul 20, 2026 06:26 PM IST
Sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar continues, says CJP
Here's an update from the Cockroach Janata Party: "Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka and Gitanjali Ma’am ( Sonam sir’s wife ) are still continuing the sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar They are right now in front of Kerala House This peaceful protest is not ending!" read the party post on X.
Jul 20, 2026 06:13 PM IST
Protest not ending: CJP
Sit-in at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar continues, says CJP, hours after police clears protest site, blocks march
Jul 20, 2026 06:09 PM IST
Security forces use tear gas to dispel protesters | Recap | In pic
Jul 20, 2026 06:04 PM IST
Maintain law and order: Delhi Police appeals protesters
Following the crackdown on protesters, Delhi Police have advised them to exercise restraint and maintain law and order. Rajeev Ranjan, Additional Commissioner of Police said in a video posted on X, "The Delhi Police appeals to all protesters to exercise restraint and cooperate with the police in maintaining peace and law and order. All protesters are requested to conduct their demonstrations peacefully. They should not engage in any illegal or violent activities and must comply with the legal instructions given by police personnel deployed on duty.
The public is advised not to believe or spread rumors, misinformation, or unverified information through any social media platforms. Citizens are requested to rely only on credible sources of information and to cooperate with the Delhi Police in maintaining peace, harmony, and law and order."
Jul 20, 2026 05:57 PM IST
Anger is visible, call for revolution growing stronger, says Akhilesh Yadav
On the CJP Parliament March, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav says, "The government did not anticipate that students would turn up in such large numbers. This is a massive failure, because of which people have gathered here. You (the government) are unable to conduct the NEET exam properly, and the irregularities in the exam that was held involved BJP members. Even the re-conducted exam is facing scrutiny.
Ultimately, for years now, the government has been playing with the future of students and the youth. That very anger is visible here, the call for revolution is growing stronger, and solidarity is evident. That is why the country's youth is present in such large numbers. We will raise today's issue in the Lok Sabha tomorrow as well."
Jul 20, 2026 05:45 PM IST
Protest site cleared, tents dismantled | Recap | Watch video
A while ago, Delhi Police and security forces dismantled tents and other structures erected by protesters in a major crackdown of the agitation, Devansh Mittal reports from the ground.
After meeting Union Minister JP Nadda, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka says, "We came to Nadda's residence at around 12 o'clock. We met him at around 2:15 pm. We placed 3 demands before him. First, Sonam Wangchuk ji should be released immediately and allowed to address people through a video message. Second, Dharmendra Pradhan ji, whom we consider an incompetent Education Minister, should either be removed immediately or his resignation should be accepted. Third, the families of the students who died by suicide following the NEET paper leak should be given compensation of Rs 1 crore each. There were two rounds of discussions, one at around 2 pm and another at around 4 pm. Nadda ji said he would discuss these demands with the senior leadership and communicate their decision to us.
When asked what assurance did they get from him (JP Nadda), Ranka says, "The only assurance I received was that he would discuss the matter with the senior leadership, and whatever is decided will be conveyed to us soon."
With PTI inputs
Jul 20, 2026 04:56 PM IST
Absolutely unfortunate, Gaurav Gogoi on use of tear gas against protesters
Absolutely unfortunate, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi tells our senior reporter Neeta Sharma in the premises of the Parliament on the usage of tear gas on protesters.
Cops outnumbered at Janpath and Tolstoy Marg intersection, several injured
Sakshi Chand, our reporter says the situation has turned really tense on the ground. Cops have been outnumbered and several including both police and protesters have been injured at Janpath and Tolstoy Marg intersection.
Stay tuned here as our group of reporters is on the ground giving real-time updates
Jul 20, 2026 04:26 PM IST
Heavy security deployment at Parliament street | In pic
Jul 20, 2026 04:21 PM IST
'Met Nadda...no commitments made so far': CJP leader Saurav Das shares photo of meeting
After meeting Union Minister JP Nadda, CJP leader Saurav Das said on X that demands have been conveyed, including immediate resignation or sacking of Dharmendra Pradhan. "The Minister assured us he will discuss this at the appropriate level. However, no commitments have been made so far," Das wrote while sharing photo of the meeting.
🚨#importantannouncement: @AshutoshRanka and I have been at J.P. Nadda’s residence since 12 noon. The demands have been conveyed, including immediate resignation/sacking of Dharmendra Pradhan.
The Minister assured us he will discuss this at the appropriate level. However, no… pic.twitter.com/vzLluczbkV
CJP’s Parliament march Live Updates:Protesters seek refuge in Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, escorted out
Our reporters Drishti Jain and Vidheesha Kuntamalla say a large number of protesters sought refuge in Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. Protesters and gurdwara officials say the protesters entered the gurdwara through gate number 1 to save themselves from lathi charges. Gurdwara officials then got them out of the gurdwara.
Jul 20, 2026 04:06 PM IST
Students future ruined, says Arvind Kejriwal
Amid Delhi Police crackdown on CJP protesters, AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal extends support to the agitators saying, "I am in Punjab right now, and at this moment I am watching on social media that so many people have gathered and so many young people from across the country have come. The entire Jantar Mantar, Karol Bagh, and Connaught Place are packed. The internet has been shut down there, and they are being prevented from marching to Parliament. This is wrong. Where are the youth supposed to go? First, you allow their examination papers to be leaked. Then, when the examination is conducted again, the evaluation process is flawed. When they raise their complaints, nobody listens to them. Where are these students supposed to go? Their future has been ruined."
Jul 20, 2026 03:56 PM IST
Police crackdown on protesters, stage emptied, tents dismantled, students removed from spot
Our reporter Devansh Mittal says: Delhi Police has further intensified action against CJP protesters and the entire protest site has been emptied. Students have been removed from the site and tents have been dismantled. There is heavy lathi charge going on at the site.
Stay tuned here for more updates as the situation remains tense on the ground.
Jul 20, 2026 03:51 PM IST
Dipke not detained, says Delhi Police
Delhi Police rebuffs claim that CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has been detained. In a post on X, police says, "Misleading reports are currently circulating on various social media platforms claiming that Abhijit Dipke has been detained by the Delhi Police. It is formally clarified that these allegations are entirely false and he is available on stage."
Jul 20, 2026 03:48 PM IST
Here's what protesters are saying amid police action
As police intensify action against CJP protesters with lathi charge and tear gas, students and youngsters who have thronged the streets continue to demand justice and raise their voice against "violence".
Here's what's happening on the ground
Jul 20, 2026 03:37 PM IST
Massive turnout at protest site. Watch video
Swapnil Joglekar reports from the ground on CJP protest. He says its not just Gen Z who have turned up at the protest site, but also children and elders.
Swapnil Joglekar reports from the ground on CJP. He says its not just Gen Z who have turned up at the protest site, but also children and elder persons.
Here's an update from Saurav Das, CJP spokesperson: Abhijeet Dipke, party founder is not under detention or arrest. However, Das says there is a huge crowd at Kerala House. Das's post on X reads, "Dipke not in detention or arrest. A HUGE CROWD is still outside Kerala House."
Jul 20, 2026 03:18 PM IST
Police in action at protest site in Raisina Road near press club | In pic | Photo shot from the ground by Amit Mehra
Our reporter Devansh Mittal says there is massive tear gas and lathi charge underway at the protest site.
Jul 20, 2026 03:13 PM IST
Omar Abdullah joins CJP members in an auto
As thousands have marched towards, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended support to the CJP protesters as he entered an autorickshaw with a placard. He wrote, " My walk from Jantar Mantar threatened to turn into another procession with #cjp & @JKNC_youngsters tagging along so we grabbed the first available means of transport."
Jul 20, 2026 03:06 PM IST
Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar reaches Parliament Street
Not ready to discuss issues..but firing tear gas at children, says Priyanka Gandhi
At the Parliament premises, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi says, "There are problems; there are massive issues. Tell us, you are not even ready to discuss them, but you are firing tear gas at children and beating them up? For what? These are our children."
With PTI inputs
Jul 20, 2026 02:57 PM IST
Met Nadda and submitted letter with our demands, says CJP leader Saurav Das
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said he met Union Minister JP Nadda along with Ashutosh Ranka and added that they submitted a written letter to the Centre mentioning their demands. In a post on X, Das said, "After waiting for more than 2 hours, @AshutoshRanka and I just met J.P. Nadda ji at his residence for 10 minutes. While we submit a written letter with our demands, he has assured us that he will meanwhile speak internally. We are in that process. There is news of mass detention etc."
#update: After waiting for more than 2 hours, @AshutoshRanka and I just met J.P. Nadda ji at his residence for 10 minutes.
While we submit a written letter with our demands, he has assured us that he will meanwhile speak internally. We are in that process. There is news of mass… https://t.co/GMGBNG71h3
Protesters fall over barricades during Sansad March
Chaos erupted during the Sansad March on Monday after police resorted to a lathicharge to stop protesters attempting to breach barricades and move towards Sansad Marg. According to our reporter Pragynesh, the crowd briefly descended into panic as people stumbled over one another amid the police action, before security personnel regained control of the area.
Jul 20, 2026 02:21 PM IST
'NEET students must get justice': Akhilesh Yadav alleges excessive force against protesters
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said that ensuring justice for NEET students should be the government's immediate priority, while condemning the police action against protesters marching in support of their demandson Monday. "The first issue right now is that the NEET students should get justice. The students and protesters who have come here should be treated properly. The police are using tear gas, lathis, electric shocks and stone-pelting against them," Yadav alleged.
VIDEO | Delhi: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav says, "The first issue right now is that the NEET students should get justice. The students and protesters who have come here should be treated properly. The police are using tear gas, lathis, electric shocks and stone-pelting… pic.twitter.com/Mtrq0X8g45
Lok Sabha MP Dimple Yadav was detained by Delhi Police during protests over NEET paper leak. In a post on X, the Samajwadi Party on Monday condemned the detention of Lok Sabha MP Dimple Yadav. The party also criticised the alleged lathi-charge on students, calling the police action undemocratic and condemnable.
दिल्ली में छात्रों की आवाज़ उठा रहीं लोकसभा सांसद श्रीमती डिम्पल यादव जी एवं अन्य सपा सांसदों को पुलिस द्वारा डिटेन किया जाना, साथ ही छात्रों पर लाठीचार्ज किया जाना बेहद निंदनीय एवं अलोकतांत्रिक है।
Omar Abdullah at Jantar Mantar protest: ‘Democracy is being strangled’
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, speaking at a protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the restoration of statehood, said, “We have come here to demand our rights, but we are not allowed to protest peacefully; democracy is being strangled.”
VIDEO | Delhi: Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah at Jantar Mantar protest to demand statehood says, "We have come here to demand our rights, but we are not allowed to protest peacefully; Democracy is being strangled." pic.twitter.com/dmyHzDwGkq — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 20, 2026
AAP leader Manish Sisodia joined the CJP’s ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest on Parliament Street on Sunday and urged the Centre to address the concerns of protesting youth. He said the Prime Minister often speaks of India’s youth on global platforms but has failed to listen to their grievances. Sisodia also alleged that the government is aware of the Education Minister’s shortcomings but has not sought his resignation.
VIDEO | Delhi: AAP leader Manish Sisodia joins CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' protest on the parliament street, and says, " This is the same youth Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji brags to the whole world about. At least he should listen to their concerns. They know their Education Minister… pic.twitter.com/YXcnj9otfb — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 20, 2026
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Jul 20, 2026 02:02 PM IST
Security personnel seen taking defensive positions out Parliament
Visuals circulating from the Parliament area showed security personnel taking firing positions as students gathered to protest on Monday. The protesters are demanding accountability over the deaths of students they allege resulted from government negligence and have questioned the heavy security deployment, wrote CJP on X.
Visuals from the Parliament have security forces taking firing positions. Please don’t shoot at our country’s youth. They’re not making any unreasonable demands. They just want accountability for students dying because of govt incompetence!
Parliament gates shut amid security concerns during CJP protest
The gates of Parliament were briefly shut on Monday following the adjournment of both Houses during the first day of the Monsoon Session, amid security concerns over the ongoing student protest in the national capital. Security was tightened around the Parliament complex.
Jul 20, 2026 01:41 PM IST
Education Minister meets Amit Shah
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Monday amid the ongoing student protests. The meeting comes as the CJP continues its agitation, demanding accountability over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, reforms to the examination system and Pradhan's resignation as Union education minister.
Jul 20, 2026 01:35 PM IST
Tear gas fired near Press Club, Constitution Club
Security forces fired tear gas shells near the Press Club and Constitution Club in Delhi as they attempted to disperse protesters marching towards Parliament.
Jul 20, 2026 01:32 PM IST
Delhi HC to hear plea against 'intrusive surveillance' of Jantar Mantar protesters
The Delhi High Court on Monday also took up a public interest litigation filed by former JNUSU president Aisha Ghosh, challenging the alleged "indiscriminate and intrusive surveillance" of protesters at Jantar Mantar. Appearing for Ghosh, senior advocate Nandita Rao argued that students participating in a peaceful protest were being subjected to round-the-clock videography without any legitimate state purpose. She alleged that protesters, including women sleeping in the rain, were being filmed continuously and some had been threatened that the footage would be sent to their parents and educational institutions. Rao told the court that such surveillance lacked legal safeguards and warned against turning the country into a "police state." The matter will be heard alongside Angmo's petition at 2.30 pm.
Jul 20, 2026 01:19 PM IST
Delhi metro restores normal services on Violet line
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) informed via X that normal train services have resumed on the Violet Line after a brief disruption.
Service Update
Normal services have resumed on Violet Line.
— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) July 20, 2026
CJP founder alleges male police personnel lathicharged women protesters
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Monday alleged that male police personnel used lathis against women protesters during the party's Parliament march in Delhi.
Jul 20, 2026 01:12 PM IST
Tear gas fired as security forces disperse CJP protesters near Shastri Bhawan
Security forces fired tear gas shells to disperse CJP protesters near Shastri Bhawan on Monday as the party's Parliament march intensified. The action came after protesters continued advancing towards Parliament amid tight security and multiple layers of barricades. Tear gas was used by police to push the crowd back and prevent them from moving forward, as per PTI reports.
Jul 20, 2026 01:06 PM IST
Lathicharge during Sansad march; protesters allege electric current in barricades
Tension escalated at Sansad Marg today as the CJP's Sansad March descended into chaos after thousands of students and protesters attempted to push past heavy multilayered barricades erected by security forces. Protesters alleged that electric current had been passed through the barricades to stop the march, though there was no official confirmation of the claim. As the crowd surged forward, police launched a lathi charge to push the protesters back.
Jul 20, 2026 12:43 PM IST
CJP representatives hold talks with government, Dipke pauses protest march
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has temporarily paused its march after a delegation of its representatives went for talks with the government on Monday. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced that the march would remain on hold while the dialogue is underway.
Jul 20, 2026 12:40 PM IST
Dimple Yadav, SP MPs head from Parliament to Jantar Mantar backing student protest
Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav, along with other party MPs, is marching from Parliament to Jantar Mantar on Monday in support of the ongoing student protest. As the delegation heads towards Jantar Mantar, Yadav accused the Centre of refusing to engage with students and activists despite repeated appeals for dialogue. She said the country's youth wanted to voice their concerns, but the government remained "rigid and callous" and was unwilling to listen. Referring to activist Sonam Wangchuk's call for talks, she alleged that the government's approach had left students bearing the brunt of a "corrupt process" and facing immense mental stress.
#watch | Delhi: Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav, along with party MPs, marches from Parliament to Jantar Mantar
She says, "The situation across the country is such that the youth want to voice their concerns, yet the government refuses to listen or engage in dialogue. Students… pic.twitter.com/iQUSMOXDOj
Crowd reaches parliament Street Police Station, police resort to lathi charge
Protesters reached the Parliament Street Police Station as the CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march intensified on Monday. As the crowd attempted to move forward, Delhi Police used lathis to push back and disperse the protesters.
Jul 20, 2026 12:12 PM IST
CJP spokespersons head to meet JP Nadda after government reaches out for talks
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das are on their way to meet Union Health Minister J P Nadda after the government reached out for talks on Monday morning. "The government had reached out for talks in the morning. Our demands are clear. The youth have gathered in huge numbers. We shall win!" Das wrote on his X account.
Dipke, Wangchuk’s wife lead supporters’ march towards Parliament; demand Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and activist Sonam Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali Angmo are moving towards Parliament on a small truck, surrounded by thousands of supporters during the protest march. Addressing the crowd through a loudspeaker, Dipke demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The march proceeded slowly because of the heavy security presence.
Jul 20, 2026 11:54 AM IST
‘Jab jab Modi darta hai, police ko aage karta hai’: Protesters raise slogans near Kerala House
Protesters attempted to breach police barricades near Kerala House while trying to march towards Parliament. The protesters raised slogans, “Jab jab Modi darta hai, police ko aage karta hai,” as security personnel intervened to stop them from moving beyond the protest area.
Jul 20, 2026 11:46 AM IST
CJP protesters breach barricades, gather near Patel Chowk as march intensifies
Thousands of protesters gathered along Parliament Street today as the protest march intensified. According to our photographer Praveen Khanna, several protesters toppled barricades and moved towards the Patel Chowk area, where they are currently sitting. Authorities have shut the gates of Patel Chowk Metro station amid the gathering.
Jul 20, 2026 11:44 AM IST
CJP protesters gather inside Rajiv Chowk Metro station
Visuals show a large number of CJP protesters gathered inside Rajiv Chowk Metro station on Monday.
Abhijt Dipke ends hunger strike on Sonam Wangchuk’s request as police block CJP’s parliament march
Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke ended his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Monday at the request of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Dipke had taken over the indefinite fast after Wangchuk was taken by the Delhi Police on Saturday. Announcing the decision from the stage, Gitanjali Angmo said Wangchuk had urged Dipke to end his fast and conserve his strength to continue the movement. Dipke then broke his fast by drinking juice. Wangchuk remains admitted to the hospital.
Abhijeet Dipke ended his hunger strike after a request from activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is still in hospital. Dipke drank juice after Gitanjali Angmo, Wangchuk’s wife, announced from the Jantar Mantar protest stage that Wangchuk had urged Dipke to break his fast because he needs… pic.twitter.com/FSLoDOWydP
After a brief scuffle between protesters and police personnel, the police removed the barricades, allowing the march to proceed. The protesters have since crossed the SBI Building on Sansad Marg and continue their march towards the Parliament.
Jul 20, 2026 10:55 AM IST
Police use mild force near Patel Chowk
Police used mild force near Patel Chowk Metro station on Monday to disperse a group of protesters attempting to make their way towards Jantar Mantar, according to PTI.
Jul 20, 2026 10:30 AM IST
Police use lathis as scuffles break out during CJP protest march
Scuffles broke out during the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) march near Jantar Mantar on Monday after police personnel charged at a section of protesters towards the Kerala House lane. RPF personnel and Delhi Police used lathis to control the crowd as protesters clashed with security personnel amid heavy deployment in the area. Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra was also present at the protest site when the confrontation took place.
#watch | Delhi: Azad Samaj Party-Kanshiram President and MP, Chandrashekhar Azad and TMC MP Mahua Moitra at the CJP's protest march site.
Protesters gathered for CJP's protest march clash with RPF personnel at Jantar Mantar; RPF personnel & police use lathis for crowd control. pic.twitter.com/UpZDIcbD5O — ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2026
Jul 20, 2026 10:24 AM IST
Three student activists end 23-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar
AISA activists Neha, Aameen and Manish ended their hunger strike on Monday after fasting for 23 days at the Jantar Mantar protest site.
Jul 20, 2026 10:12 AM IST
Jantar Mantar sealed off towards Parliament
As the protest entered its 23rd day on Monday, heavy security remained in place around Jantar Mantar, with traffic congestion reported on the approach roads to the protest site. While police allowed people to enter the venue, barricades were put up to prevent protesters from moving towards Parliament. Among those present at the protest were AAP MP Sanjay Singh, Bhim Army chief and MP Chandrashekhar Azad, advocate Prashant Bhushan, actor Shabana Azmi, and activist Abhijeet Dipke, who also addressed the gathering from the stage.
Jul 20, 2026 10:01 AM IST
Sonam Wangchuk's wife arrives at Jantar Mantar protest site
Activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, reached Jantar Mantar on Monday, where thousands of protesters have gathered ahead of the planned march to the Parliament.
Jul 20, 2026 09:52 AM IST
Delhi Police calls reinforcements as more protesters gather at Jantar Mantar for CJP protest
As around 10,000 protesters gathered near Jantar Mantar on Monday morning, Delhi Police rushed additional reinforcements, directing all 14 districts to immediately send one ACP-rank officer and 100 personnel each to New Delhi district. The move came despite the deployment of 32 companies of paramilitary forces and extensive security arrangements, including sealed routes to Parliament, prohibitory orders, and enhanced CCTV surveillance. Sources said police had also prevented several political leaders and key supporters from reaching the protest site by stopping them at their residences early Monday. Senior officers were instructed to avoid confrontation with protesters and maintain order through persuasion.
Jul 20, 2026 09:40 AM IST
How police, protesters spent Sunday night at Jantar Mantar ahead of Parliament march
The Jantar Mantar site, where the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is protesting in demand of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, was barricaded from all sides overnight to prevent the protesters from marching to Parliament on Monday morning.
Delhi Police have deployed heavy force and erected barricades along all roads leading to Parliament. Deputy Commissioner of Police (New Delhi) Sachin Sharma and senior officers visited the protest site around 5.30 am to oversee preparations to stop the march. The barricades were erected overnight, with police putting multiple layers at some points. The arrangement is aimed at keeping the protesters inside the cordon.
Despite the security arrangements, a large crowd has gathered on the road leading to the Parliament, where heavy police force has been deployed. The police personnel are equipped with tear-gas launchers, armoured vehicles and anti-riot gear. Officers repeatedly announced that no one would be allowed to proceed towards Parliament and warned that any attempt would invite police action. About 12 companies of Rapid Action Force (RAF) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have also joined the Delhi Police to stop the protesters from gathering near the Parliament. Read Here
Jul 20, 2026 09:32 AM IST
Government under pressure, says CJP's Ashutosh Ranka
Addressing protesters at Jantar Mantar on Monday, Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the organisers would communicate further about the march shortly. "We will communicate about the march in some time. All I want to say is that the government is under a lot of pressure, and that itself is a victory," Ranka stated.
Jul 20, 2026 09:28 AM IST
Delhi Police stop CJP march as over 8,000 protesters gather at Jantar Mantar
More than 25 minutes ahead of the scheduled march, Delhi Police erected barricades and prevented protesters from leaving the Jantar Mantar protest site, effectively halting the procession towards Parliament. The restrictions came as the crowd swelled to around 8,000 people, with thousands of protesters gathering at the venue and raising slogans ahead of the planned "Sansad Chalo" march.
Jul 20, 2026 09:22 AM IST
Rajiv Chowk, Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Seva Teerth metro stations closed
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Monday announced the temporary closure of Rajiv Chowk, Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat and Seva Teerth metro stations in view of the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) proposed march towards Parliament.
Jul 20, 2026 09:16 AM IST
Students gather at Jantar Mantar in growing numbers
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) shared a video on X showing students arriving in large numbers at Jantar Mantar on Monday, as the crowd at the protest site continued to swell ahead of the proposed march to Parliament. The inflow of students remained steady through the morning as groups gathered at the venue, raising slogans of "Jai Bhim" and "jai Constitution in support of the protest.
छात्र काफी संख्या में जंतर मंतर पर पहुंच रहे है, लगातार आना जारी है,
Delhi Police says protest site 'beyond capacity', warns of law and order concerns
New Delhi DCP Sachin Sharma tells The Indian Express’s Sakshi Chand that the police had attempted to engage with the protesters, but their requests had been declined. He added that "The area is already beyond capacity and could lead to a law and order situation."
Jul 20, 2026 09:06 AM IST
In Pics | CJP supporters raise slogans near Jantar Mantar ahead of 'Sansad Chalo' march
Jul 20, 2026 08:58 AM IST
Sonam Wangchuk's wife moves Delhi HC against hospital confinement order, seeks urgent hearing
Activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali Angmo, has moved the Delhi High Court challenging its order passed on Sunday that declined to direct his transfer from Safdarjung Hospital.
In her appeal, Angmo argued that the previous order failed to address the issue of informed consent and overlooked the principle that the right to medical treatment also includes a patient's right to partially accept or completely refuse treatment.
She further contended that the order effectively "illegally confines and restrains Shri Sonam Wangchuk from leaving the premises of Safdarjung Hospital, without any formal order of arrest or detention."
The petition is expected to be mentioned before the Delhi High Court for urgent listing at 10.30 am on Monday.
Jul 20, 2026 08:48 AM IST
3,000 CJP protesters gather at Jantar Mantar
Over 3,000 protesters have gathered at the protest site, while Delhi police have sealed off the routes leading to Parliament and imposed prohibitory orders.
Jul 20, 2026 08:44 AM IST
Delhi traffic advisory: Restrictions, congestion likely around Parliament
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) proposed 'Sansad Chalo' march to Parliament on Monday, warning of traffic restrictions and heavy congestion in the Parliament area. Several key roads, including Rafi Marg, Parliament Street, Ashoka Road and Raisina Road, along with major junctions such as Vijay Chowk and Patel Chowk, are expected to witness frequent traffic regulation due to security arrangements and the movement of MPs and dignitaries. Motorists have been advised to avoid these stretches, use alternate routes, and allow extra travel time. Meanwhile, Delhi Police said no permission has been sought for the proposed march, even as activist Sonam Wangchuk and the CJP have urged supporters to gather for the protest. Read here
Jul 20, 2026 08:40 AM IST
Sonam Wangchuk lays out conditions to end fast
Activist Sonam Wangchuk on Monday said he would end his hunger strike only after the "Sansad Chalo" march and under specific conditions, including the Centre taking responsibility for recent failures in the education system or political leaders assuring him that the issue would be raised in Parliament. In a post on X, Wangchuk wrote, "My fast continues till after the Sansad Chalo March, and will be broken only under the following circumstances," adding that he would call off the fast if the government accepts accountability for issues such as paper leaks, if he and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leadership reach Parliament and receive assurances from MPs, or if leaders visit him at Safdarjung Hospital should his health not permit him to participate. Wangchuk, who was shifted to Safdarjung Hospital after his health deteriorated during the prolonged fast, also alleged that he was under "illegal detention" at the hospital. In the same post, he claimed, "From the illegal detentions at Safdarjung Hospital, where my freedom of movement, speech and communication are restricted." His statement comes as thousands of protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar for the CJP's planned march to Parliament amid heavy security deployment across central Delhi.
WHEN WILL I END THE FAST….! Not withstanding my health my fast continues till after the Sansad Chalo March, and will be broken only under the following circumstances… pic.twitter.com/kaOGx2Nk4T
Police says government ready to talk: CJP spokesperson
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das tells The Indian Express’s Pragynesh that a senior police officer has said the government is ready to talk and open a fresh line of communication if the march is “contained”. “We are protesting peacefully; the police are telling us the government is opening a channel of talk, but nothing sounds concrete. We are in touch with authorities,” Das said.
Jul 20, 2026 08:32 AM IST
Delhi under tight security as CJP plans 'Chalo Sansad' march during Parliament session
Delhi Police has tightened security across the national capital ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) proposed "Chalo Sansad" march on Monday. Section 163 of the BNSS has been imposed in the New Delhi district, and police said no permission has been granted for the march. Multi-layered barricades, enhanced surveillance, vehicle checks and heavy deployment of police and paramilitary personnel have been put in place around Parliament, Jantar Mantar and other sensitive areas. The CJP has called the march over alleged NEET irregularities and is demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
