What’s Behind the Cockroach Janta Party's Unique Protest Against Education Minister?

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has launched a unique diaper donation campaign in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET-UG paper leaks. As part of their ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar, supporters are encouraged to bring diapers, write their demands on them, and participate in the campaign. The protest has drawn significant attention, with claims of police attempts to limit the protest area. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has criticized the authorities for their handling of the situation, emphasizing the need for accountability in the education sector. The protest continues to attract a diverse group of participants, including students and various student organizations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 23, 2026, 13:06 IST

CJP Launches Diaper Donation Campaign Amid Protests

New Delhi: On Tuesday, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) initiated a diaper donation campaign as part of their ongoing efforts to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, linked to the alleged NEET-UG paper leak.

Since Saturday, the party has been staging a sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, highlighting various examination-related irregularities. They made this announcement via a post on X.

Supporters were encouraged to bring diapers to the protest site, inscribe their demands for Pradhan's resignation on them, and join the campaign titled 'Diaper A Day Keeps Leaks Away,' which was set for Tuesday evening.

The CJP stated, "Bring a diaper, write your demand for his resignation on it, and we’ll ensure it reaches the education minister."

As the protest entered its fourth day, party founder Abhijeet Dipke claimed that police attempted to restrict the protest area.

On Monday night, Dipke alleged that the Delhi Police tried to move barricades to confine the protest to a smaller space.

There was no immediate comment from the Delhi Police regarding these claims.

The CJP has been vocal about seeking accountability for the alleged paper leaks and examination irregularities, particularly concerning the NEET controversy, and has vowed to continue the protest until Pradhan resigns.

Dipke noted that the protest remained well-attended despite being a weekday and asserted that the demonstration would persist through the night.

In a poignant moment, candles were lit at the venue to honor students who reportedly took their own lives following the paper leak scandal.

Addressing the crowd, Dipke criticized the authorities for their inadequate response to the students affected by examination issues, stating that while students were being punished, those responsible for the leaks faced no consequences.

The protest has attracted a diverse group of participants, including students, aspirants, and members of Left student organizations such as the Students' Federation of India, All India Students' Association, and All India Students' Federation (AISF). The AISF has also established a free library at the protest site as part of its 'Fight for Education with Education' initiative.