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Day 24 of CJP protest: Wangchuk loses 8.2 kg as fast enters 16th day; 'lives at stake', says Dipke

Educator Sonam Wangchuk has lost significant weight during his hunger strike. His health is deteriorating as the protest enters its sixteenth day. The Cockroach Janta Party urges the government to address protesters' demands promptly. Political parties have visited the protest site to express solidarity and support. The CJP continues to…

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Uddhav Thackeray backs CJP and Sonam Wangchuk's protest, urges activist to end fast

Uddhav Thackeray supports the Cockroach Janta Party's protest regarding exam irregularities. He urged Rahul Gandhi to also back the ongoing agitation at Jantar Mantar. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike, which has impacted his health. The Shiv Sena (UBT) will stage a protest in Maharashtra to…

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I am not Gandhi; be your own hero: Sonum Wangchuk amid indefinite fast

Educator Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike for examination irregularities. He asks people to become their own heroes and fulfill civic duties. Wangchuk is in his 14th day of fasting and has lost significant weight. He encourages participation in protests and a march to Parliament. The Cockroach Janta…

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CJP protest day 21: Sonam Wangchuk says hunger has 'stabilised', warns against any attempt to remove him

Educator Sonam Wangchuk enters his thirteenth day of an indefinite hunger strike. He feels his hunger has stabilized while supporting the CJP's protest. Wangchuk asserts his constitutional right to protest peacefully at Jantar Mantar. He seeks accountability for examination irregularities and Ladakh's issues. The CJP plans a march to Parliament…

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CJP announces Parliament march on July 20; asks students, parents to join in

The Cockroach Janta Party will march peacefully to Parliament on July 20. This protest at Jantar Mantar continues for the twentieth day amid heavy rain. Educator Sonam Wangchuk is also joining the Parliament march after his hunger strike. The party demands Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities.…

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CJP protest enters Day 19; Wangchuk loses over 7 kg, AISA member hospitalised

Sonam Wangchuk's condition deteriorates further, with doctors reporting that he has lost more than seven kilogrammes since the beginning of his indefinite fast 11 days ago. AISA student activist Hrishikesh, who was in an indefinite hunger strike, was admitted to the Ram Manohar Lohia hospital after suffering from severe complications.…

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Cockroach Janta Party: 15 days later, bigger protest or bigger hype?

The Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar has entered its second week. Sonam Wangchuk remains on an indefinite hunger strike, while several students fasting alongside him have reportedly fallen ill after days without food.

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CJP protest day 17: Wangchuk's fast enters 9th day, Dipke claims police filming women volunteers

Protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination irregularities continue at Jantar Mantar. Activist Sonam Wangchuk is on his ninth day of hunger strike, having lost significant weight. The Cockroach Janta Party alleges government surveillance of women volunteers. Students' groups are also protesting paper leaks, with some participants hospitalised…

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Day 16 of CJP protest: Activist Sonam Wangchuk loses 6 kg as fast enters 8th day

Protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination irregularities continue at Jantar Mantar. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike, having lost six kg. The Cockroach Janta Party highlights the plight of students and families affected by alleged paper leaks, with the NEET re-test also under…

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SKM delegation to join Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar on Sunday

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), a prominent farmers' group, has pledged support to the ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar against alleged exam irregularities. A delegation will join the sit-in on Sunday, expressing solidarity with students and demanding accountability from the government. The SKM highlighted the importance of fair education systems…

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Day 15 of CJP protest: Fasting Wangchuk's health worsens; 'Why Pradhan not sacked yet,' Dipke asks

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on his seventh day of a hunger strike, reportedly losing significant weight as his health declines. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities, holding the government responsible for Wangchuk's well-being. Meanwhile, student protesters…

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'Pradhan's birthday cake can't be baked with children's blood': Mahua Moitra backs CJP stir

TMC MP Mahua Moitra joined activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, demanding accountability from Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged education system irregularities. Moitra criticized the government's disconnect from public issues, stating, "His birthday cake can't be baked with the blood of our children." Protesters, including CJP…

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Sonam Wangchuk's health worsens on fifth day of fast as CJP protest gathers momentum

Activist Sonam Wangchuk's health is declining on his fifth day of hunger strike, with low blood sugar and pressure. The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) holds the government responsible and demands the Education Minister's resignation. Meanwhile, students from AISA also continue their fast, with some advised to stop due to health…

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CJP protest day 12: Wangchuk says stable but tired; AISA flags health concerns of fasting students

The Cockroach Janata Party's protest at Jantar Mantar continues, with activist Sonam Wangchuk on day four of his hunger strike. Students associated with AISA are also fasting, with some reporting deteriorating health, including low blood sugar and blood pressure. Concerns are mounting over alleged examination system irregularities and a lack…

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CJP protest day 11: Dipke claims police blocking entry; Wangchuk's health deteriorates on fast

The Cockroach Janata Party's protest at Jantar Mantar enters its eleventh day amidst allegations of heavy police restrictions on supporters. Activist Sonam Wangchuk's health is deteriorating on his hunger strike, with his blood sugar dropping significantly. The CJP founder also raised concerns about exam paper leaks, questioning the government's competence.…

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Compelled to fast again, may even die but won't step back: Sonam Wangchuk on Ladakh protest

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has begun an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar, citing unfulfilled promises and stalled dialogue with the Centre regarding Ladakh's constitutional safeguards. He expressed sadness at having to protest again, emphasizing his commitment to dialogue despite the risk. Wangchuk hopes his hunger strike will revive meaningful engagement…

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Sonam Wangchuk joins CJP protest, begins indefinite fast over exam irregularities

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, joining a protest demanding the Education Minister's resignation over exam irregularities. The movement, led by Abhijeet Dipke, aims to address broader accountability issues, including electoral reforms. Students and farmer leaders are participating, with Wangchuk emphasizing the need for…

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Nationwide stir over exam irregularities: Cockroach Janta Party to release education manifesto

The Cockroach Janta Party is launching a nationwide protest from Pune today. They demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk will join the peaceful demonstration. The party will release an education manifesto focusing on preventing paper leaks and improving exam…

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Tell them we are not scared: Abhijeet Dipke says as CJP holds protest demanding Pradhan's resignation

Hundreds gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. The Cockroach Janta Party led the protest, with founder Abhijeet Dipke urging people not to be scared. Protesters wore cockroach masks and raised slogans against communal politics. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk also joined the demonstration. The protest aimed…

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Thousands rally at Jantar Mantar as CJP escalates exam accountability campaign

Thousands gathered at Jantar Mantar for a protest by the Cockroach Janta Party. The youth-led movement demanded accountability for examination irregularities. They also sought the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The demonstration saw widespread participation. Delhi Police clarified no FIR was filed against protesters. Opposition parties showed divided…

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You can delete our posts, not our voices: CJP founder Dipke leads Jantar Mantar protest demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Hundreds gathered at Jantar Mantar demanding accountability for examination irregularities. The Cockroach Janta Party led the protest seeking the Education Minister's resignation. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke accused the government of targeting their social media instead of addressing concerns. Participants wore cockroach masks and carried national flags. Activist Sonam Wangchuk expressed…

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Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke joins students, youth in Jantar Mantar protest

Hundreds gathered at Jantar Mantar for a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party. Abhijeet Dipke, the movement's founder, led the demonstration. Participants demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The protest focused on alleged irregularities in examinations. Security was heightened across the national capital for the event. Activist…

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Cockroach Janta Party founder Dipke arrives in Delhi, urges peaceful Jantar Mantar protest

Ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar, Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke urged supporters to ensure a peaceful demonstration, emphasizing love and gratitude towards police. Activist Sonam Wangchuk pledged a fast if Dipke is arrested. The CJP, demanding accountability for exam irregularities, is set for its first major…

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CJP June 6 Protest: What’s the agenda, where and when it will be held? All you need to know

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke is traveling to India to protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over alleged examination irregularities. Dipke plans a peaceful demonstration after seeking official permission, emphasizing constitutional and democratic methods.

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Sonam Wangchuk to join Cockroach Janta Party protest in Delhi on June 6

June 6 will see education champion Sonam Wangchuk stepping into the spotlight alongside the Cockroach Janta Party in Delhi, calling for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Stemming from troubling issues around exam integrity and educational reform, this grassroots uprising is spearheaded by passionate youth.

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