CJP Demands Resignation of Education Minister Amid NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Controversy
The Cockroach People's Party (CJP) has launched nationwide protests demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan due to the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy. They have outlined key demands, including the release of activist Sonam Wangchuk and compensation for families of deceased students. CJP's protests will continue until their demands are met, emphasizing the importance of Wangchuk's life and the urgency of their cause. A meeting with central ministers is also scheduled, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding this issue.
| Jul 24, 2026, 11:59 IST
CJP Calls for Nationwide Protests
The Cockroach People's Party (CJP) has initiated a call for peaceful protests across the nation, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in light of the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy. On Thursday, the CJP shared a poster on X, urging citizens to join in these demonstrations. The party has also encouraged student organizations and other groups to collaborate in this effort. Meanwhile, sources indicate that a CJP delegation may meet with central government ministers today at 12:30 PM. According to CJP spokesperson Sourav Das, the meeting is set to take place at the Constitution Club of India. This will mark the first direct interaction between CJP representatives and the Modi government since the party began its ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar a month ago.
CJP Outlines Key Demands
The CJP has submitted a memorandum outlining three primary demands: the resignation of Minister Pradhan, the release of activist Sonam Wangchuk, and a compensation of ₹1 crore for the families of students who have died while preparing for NEET. Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who had been on a hunger strike for 26 days, concluded his fast late Thursday night in the presence of JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh.
Continued Protests Until Resignation
Abhijit Dipke, the founding president of CJP, stated that the protests at Jantar Mantar will persist until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak issue. Expressing relief over Sonam Wangchuk ending his 26-day hunger strike, Dipke emphasized that Wangchuk's life is "too precious for the country." Ahead of the meeting with central ministers later today, he mentioned that discussions would take place in a neutral location but reiterated that "nothing less than Pradhan's resignation will be accepted."