Protests Intensify in Delhi as Leaders Resign Amid NEET-UG Controversy

Resignation Announcement

The announcement was made via a statement shared on their X handle (@dpradhanbjp). The letter indicated that the resignation was intended to prevent anti-national elements from exploiting the situation at Jantar Mantar and across the country, ensuring national unity and allowing students in India to focus on their studies and careers without legal complications.

Background of the Protests

This development comes amidst ongoing protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, which have been led by the Cockroach Public Party (CJP)—a satirical youth movement that emerged in response to derogatory remarks labeling some unemployed youth as 'cockroaches.' The primary demand from the protesters was the resignation of the leader due to alleged irregularities and paper leaks in exams like NEET-UG 2026, which resulted in retests for millions of students and reports of student suicides. Discussions between CJP representatives and the government had stalled over this issue; the government had previously indicated through sources that resignation was 'not on the cards' and expressed its support while focusing on reforms, addressing NTA issues, and tackling the leak networks. The CJP reiterated on Saturday morning that meaningful discussions could not occur without their departure.

Visuals from the Protests