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‘School Thik Karo’: Lakhs of schools, crores in public money, but do they meet the basic tests?

You may not agree with the Cockroach Janta Party’s politics; you may not like their leaders. But their focus on education has struck a chord across the nation. In just the past two weeks, we have seen several videos, made by young students, demanding basic facilities for their schools.

Newslaundry · Aug 27

AISA backs CJP's Sep 5 Delhi march seeking probe into pellet firing, withdrawal of FIRs against protestors

AISA supports the Cockroach Janta Party's planned September 5 protest in Delhi. The demonstration demands withdrawal of student FIRs and an inquiry into alleged firing. Families affected by the NEET exam cancellation will also lead the march. AISA stated the government must fully withdraw all pending cases against students. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

HC summons Abhijit Iyer-Mitra, Pamphlet, others after Saurav Das points to disclosure of his address

The Delhi High Court has issued summons to right-wing commentator Abhijit Iyer-Mitra, along with media platform The Pamphlet, legal news outlet Law Beat, and social media accounts The Jaipur Dialogues and The Sunday Guardian, in response to a lawsuit by Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das, Bar and Bench reported.…

Newslaundry · Aug 24

CJP's Instagram handle briefly taken down, restored later

The Cockroach Janta Party's Instagram account was temporarily removed on Saturday morning. The outfit alleged this action aimed to silence its voice on Independence Day. Its account was later restored, and the party expressed defiance against such acts. The CJP has been active with campaigns on school conditions and student…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

‘Genuine’ vs ‘political’: The social media campaign pitting Ranchi protests against CJP

As Jharkhand’s student protest against alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) builds momentum in Ranchi, sections on social media have tried to cast it as the ‘genuine’ counterpart to the Cockroach Janta Party-led protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, the one ‘without…

Newslaundry · Aug 14

CJP being refused venue for meeting due to pressure from BJP, alleges Dipke

A Cockroach Janta Party meeting in Delhi was cancelled Wednesday. Organizers claimed the banquet hall revoked the booking due to pressure. They alleged the ruling BJP intimidated venues against hosting their events. This development follows the CJP announcing its national team recently. The CJP previously led a protest at Jantar…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

CJP founder Dipke announces nationwide campaign to improve govt schools in villages

The Cockroach Janta Party founder announced a nationwide campaign for rural schools. This initiative will begin on August 15, focusing on basic facilities. Parents are urged to conduct social audits of school infrastructure. Village leaders are challenged to improve their local educational institutions. The campaign aims to ensure equitable facilities…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

The NEET aspirant who took the reservation debate to Jantar Mantar

During the paper leak protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, NEET aspirant Harsh Dubey began appearing across media platforms to speak about reservation and challenge the Cockroach Janta Party’s approach. He soon became a talking point on social media, with pages such as ‘Aarakshan Hatao Andolan’ emerging in his support.

Newslaundry · Aug 10

Dipke urges Modi to address youth on education, jobs in I-Day speech, launches petition

Abhijeet Dipke of CJP launched a petition for Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address. The petition requests discussion on youth education, unemployment, and living costs. CJP led a recent 36-day protest concerning NEET exam irregularities and education system concerns. The organisation is now planning a national listening tour to gather…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Indian youth protests highlight mistrust in ‘lapdog’ media

NEW DELHI - Journalists covering last month’s youth-led protests in India became targets of public anger and attacks over their perceived support for the government, exposing a deepening crisis of trust in traditional broadcasters.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6