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Who are India’s Cockroach Janta party and why are they staging protests?

Explosion of anger over education system and youth unemployment has led to movement’s rapid rise

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

Sonam Wangchuk to continue fast, cites police action against protesters

Activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike from Safdarjung Hospital. He demands youth leaders meet parliamentarians or he meets them. Police prevented the Cockroach Janta Party's march to Parliament. Wangchuk was forcibly shifted to the hospital after fasting for twenty-one days. The CJP seeks accountability for examination irregularities and minister's…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

More than 50 police personnel, protesters injured during CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march, over 100 detained

Over fifty police personnel sustained injuries during clashes with CJP protesters in New Delhi. The injured officers received medical attention after the situation was brought under control by authorities. Security forces employed a baton-charge near Parliament Street as protesters attempted to breach barricades. Thousands of Cockroach Janta Party members marched…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

From Anna Hazare-led Lokpal agitation to Nirbhaya, CAA to CJP: Protests that rocked Delhi

CJP supporters marched towards Parliament, echoing past Delhi protests. Thousands of farmers marched towards central Delhi during their tractor rally. The Anna Hazare movement saw large public mobilizations and a hunger strike. Nirbhaya protests and anti-CAA demonstrations also drew significant crowds. Wrestlers attempted a march to Parliament, highlighting recurring protest…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

CJP march: Protesters defy baton-charge, tear gas; say won't back off until demands met

Students and citizens marched towards Parliament demanding the Education Minister's resignation. Police used barricades, lathicharge, and tear gas to stop the determined protesters. Many participants expressed disappointment with the government's lack of response to their concerns. They vowed to continue their demonstration until their demands were fully met. The protest…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

DMRC closes 5 metro stations in view of CJP march, chaos unfolds as commuters stranded

Five Delhi Metro stations closed Monday due to security concerns over a protest. Hundreds of commuters faced disruptions and were stranded at the closed stations. Protesters gathered inside some stations, raising slogans and chanting patriotic messages. Many commuters sought alternative routes or modes of transport to reach their destinations. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke detained during 'Sansad Chalo' march? CJP issues fresh clarification

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of CJP, was apprehended by Delhi Police amid a student protest march. The situation intensified when security forces resorted to tear gas and mild crowd control measures near Parliament. In response, CJP spokesperson Saurav Das condemned the actions of the police and urged MPs to advocate…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Protests in several Gujarat cities supporting CJP's 'Sansad Chalo' march, Wangchuk; some detained

Protests occurred in Gujarat cities supporting the Cockroach Janta Party's march. Participants chanted slogans against the government and the Union Education Minister. Thousands gathered in Delhi's Jantar Mantar despite heavy rain and security. The march demands action against education sector irregularities and exam paper leaks. Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Under shadow of lathis and barricades: The day the Modi govt finally engaged the CJP

Thousands of protesters marching towards Parliament as part of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demonstration were met with barricades, tear gas, lathi blows and detentions as a heavy police deployment tried to contain the march.

Newslaundry · Jul 20

Police Block Roads, Metro to Stop Peaceful March Over Paper Leak Scandal – Is the Indian Government Scared?

The NEET-UG paper leak controversy escalated after Delhi Police stopped a planned Parliament march.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20