Cockroach Janta Party Protest Live Updates: 'Resign in 7 days or ...,' says CJP, gives ultimatum to Pradhan amid no govt response to protest

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which began as a satirical online movement and rapidly evolved into a Gen-Z driven political phenomenon held a protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Dipke, who has been in the United States for academic pursuits, arrived in India early on June 6 and travelled to Jantar Mantar for the demonstration. The protest is being organised around allegations of irregularities in major national examinations including NEET-UG, CUET, CBSE and SSC GD, with the group demanding the resignation of union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

CJP has framed its campaign as a youth-led movement seeking accountability in India’s education system, claiming that exam-related controversies have affected millions of students across the country. The movement, which initially began as a viral internet satire, has since gained massive traction online, with the organisation claiming millions of supporters and a strong Gen-Z following across social media platforms.

Ahead of the protest, the group has also taken steps to formalise its structure, announcing three official spokespersons — Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya and Ashutosh Ranka — who are expected to lead communication efforts and address the media. The spokespersons have also outlined protest guidelines and urged participants to maintain discipline, carry national flags and books, avoid provocation, and ensure peaceful conduct during the demonstration.

Founder Abhijeet Dipke has urged supporters not to gather at Delhi airport upon his arrival, citing security concerns and potential inconvenience. He has also expressed apprehension about possible legal consequences, including arrest, but maintains that the movement will proceed within constitutional boundaries and focus on peaceful dissent.

The CJP has positioned itself as a 'political youth movement' aiming to reshape political discourse, reflecting broader frustration among young people over unemployment, inflation and perceived shortcomings in the education system. The movement is also joined by Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk.

The CJP's manifesto, which the party describes as "secular, socialist, democratic, lazy," includes demands such as a ban on post-retirement Rajya Sabha seats for chief justices, 50 per cent reservation for women in parliament without increasing the strength of the house, and a 20-year election ban for defecting MLAs and MPs.

07:22 (IST) Jun 06

Cockroach Janta Party Protest Live Updates: CJP issues protest guidelines, urges peaceful participation

The Cockroach Janta Party has issued a detailed set of do’s and don’ts for its upcoming Jantar Mantar protest, urging participants to maintain discipline and ensure peaceful conduct.

Supporters have been asked to carry the national flag and books, record events responsibly, stay hydrated, and remain non-confrontational. The group has also instructed participants not to engage with provocateurs or trolls and to avoid arriving alone where possible.

On the “don’ts” list, CJP has specifically warned against disruptive behaviour and encouraged symbolic gestures such as offering flowers instead of throwing objects. The guidelines reflect the organisation’s emphasis on non-violent protest, as it attempts to position itself as a disciplined youth-driven movement focused on educational reform and accountability.

07:22 (IST) Jun 06

CJP protest: CJP appoints three spokespersons ahead of protest

In a major organisational step, the Cockroach Janta Party has announced three official spokespersons — Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya and Ashutosh Ranka — ahead of its planned Jantar Mantar protest.

The group said the spokespersons will lead communication efforts, address the media, and outline protest preparations. According to CJP, this move is part of its broader attempt to “reshape India’s political discourse” and build a structured leadership model within the rapidly growing youth movement. The spokespersons are also expected to guide participants on protest conduct and messaging, ensuring coordination during the mobilisation scheduled for June 6. The announcement comes as the group transitions from a viral online movement into an organised on-ground campaign.

07:21 (IST) Jun 06

CJP protest: Founder Abhijeet Dipke to return India ahead of Jantar Mantar protest

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), is set to return to India on June 6, marking a crucial moment for the viral youth-led movement as it prepares for a planned protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.

Dipke has stated that upon arrival, he will proceed directly to the Parliament Street Police Station to seek official permission for a peaceful demonstration. The protest is aimed at demanding accountability over alleged irregularities in national-level examinations including NEET-UG, CUET, CBSE and SSC GD.

Dipke has also urged supporters not to assemble at Delhi airport, citing security concerns and the risk of disruption. He has maintained that the movement will operate strictly within constitutional boundaries, framing it as a peaceful expression of student grievances.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a viral internet-born movement that has rapidly grown into a youth-led political phenomenon, held a massive protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.

Founder Abhijeet Dipke landed in Delhi on the day of the protest and reached Jantar Mantar to carry out the demonstration. The protest is centred on allegations of irregularities in major competitive examinations including NEET-UG, CUET, CBSE and SSC GD, with the group demanding the resignation of union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

After the event, CJP has appointed three spokespersons — Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya and Ashutosh Ranka to coordinate communication and address media queries. The group had issued detailed do’s and don’ts for protesters, emphasising peaceful conduct, discipline and non-provocation.

Dipke has urged supporters not to gather at Delhi airport, citing security concerns, while also expressing apprehension about possible arrest upon his return. Despite this, he has reaffirmed that the movement will remain peaceful and constitutionally compliant.

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk also participated in the protest and the permission to carry on the protest was granted by Delhi Police as one time exemption.