CJP Threatens Nationwide Protests Over Government's Handling of Student Demonstrations

CJP's Warning Amid Supreme Court Observations

New Delhi: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has issued a warning to reignite its nationwide protests, claiming that the government is misusing the Supreme Court's recent remarks regarding the anti-paper leak protests to evade its previous commitments to dismiss FIRs against peaceful demonstrators.

This warning follows the Supreme Court's hearing of petitions concerning the alleged excessive force used against students protesting against examination paper leaks at Jantar Mantar in Delhi and other locations. The court instructed that no coercive measures should be taken against peaceful protesters and mandated the release of those without prior criminal records, while allowing ongoing investigations into existing FIRs.

In a statement to a news agency on Tuesday, CJP spokesperson Saurav Das asserted that the government had previously assured protesting students that no new FIRs would be filed against them and that existing cases would be dismissed.

Das stated, "However, following the Supreme Court's ruling on the PILs related to our protests, the government is now claiming the matter is sub judice, citing the court's observation that investigations into existing FIRs can proceed."

He expressed disappointment that the Centre had not provided a written assurance by the expected deadline, indicating that no such communication had been received.

Das emphasized, "We have yet to receive that assurance, and the government is using the Supreme Court's order as a pretext to label the issue sub judice."

He pointed out that the Supreme Court's directives do not prevent the government from withdrawing FIRs and accused the administration of misinterpreting the ruling in a way that could negatively impact students.

Das remarked, "The Supreme Court's order does not state that FIRs cannot be withdrawn. The authority lies solely with the government. The Supreme Court should recognize how its orders are being misused and politicized against the youth. The government must honor the commitments it made to us."

He warned that if the government fails to uphold its promises, the CJP would once again mobilize in support of students facing legal challenges.

Das also mentioned that the party had raised concerns with the government regarding the situation in several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, where protesters reportedly face harassment and legal actions.

"There are fears that protesters are being targeted, and FIRs have already been filed against some individuals. We have consistently demanded that all protesters nationwide be granted protection and that all FIRs against them be dismissed," he stated.

He reiterated the CJP's hope that the government would fulfill its assurances made during negotiations, warning that failure to do so would lead to renewed protests.

The CJP initiated its ongoing agitation against examination paper leaks at Jantar Mantar on June 20, with one of its main demands being the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

The movement culminated in a 'Parliament March' on July 20, during which protesters faced lathi charges and tear gas from security forces. Over 118 police officers were injured during the clashes, many of whom were attacked by demonstrators.

After two rounds of discussions between the Centre and CJP representatives, Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his position as Union Education Minister on Saturday.

The organization subsequently ended its 37-day protest after the government assured that no action would be taken against peaceful protesters and that compensation would be provided to the families of students who died by suicide following the NEET paper leak incident.