CJP Protest Live: Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns Amid CJP's Call For Candle March

#WATCH | Delhi Metro Rail Corporation announced closure of 18 metro stations from 7:30 AM today till further instructions. Visuals from Mandi House Metro Station, one of the 18 stations, which is being shut.

Interchange facility to remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House… pic.twitter.com/gQFlT1JbLi

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026

At the 'Vishwa Mangalya Sabha' event, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says, "...When we were young, it was an era of obedience. That's not the case anymore. The new generation asks questions. We have to explain the reasoning to them. We need to give them a lot of affection. We need to spend time with them. We need to communicate with them... Nowadays, conversation has stopped even within families..."

#WATCH | Delhi | At the 'Vishwa Mangalya Sabha' event, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says, "...When we were young, it was an era of obedience. That's not the case anymore. The new generation asks questions. We have to explain the reasoning to them. We need to give them a lot of… pic.twitter.com/OzfB5jUy5q

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026

More strict actions against paper leaks to come in tomorrow’s Cabinet! pic.twitter.com/NRysBukk5U

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2026

Mr. Sonam Wangchuk has ended his fast after Union Ministers Shri JP Nadda and Shri Jitendra Singh met him at Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, and assured him of the government's commitment to address the concerns.

Shri JP Nadda said:

“The government is positive on not registering… pic.twitter.com/lVSr83Af8y

— BJP (@BJP4India) July 23, 2026

The CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke recently posted on X, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister.

Dharmendra Pradhan Must Resign!

— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) July 24, 2026

We are relieved and grateful that Sonam sir has ended his hunger strike after 26 days.

Thank you, sir, for your extraordinary courage and sacrifice. By putting your own life on the line, you awakened the conscience of an entire nation. Your life is far too precious to this… pic.twitter.com/XXaubgkEbW

— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) July 23, 2026

#WATCH | Delhi | Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka says, "We want to make it very clear that until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, the protest at Jantar Mantar will continue. At 1230 am, the PM had to release a video, which means the pressure is high.… pic.twitter.com/UFloNns8P2

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

कल रात को 12 बजे प्रधानमंत्री जी ने ऐलान किया कि पेपर लीक के लिए सोमवार को संसद में फ़ास्ट ट्रैक कोर्ट बनाने के लिए क़ानून लाया जाएगा।

मोदी जी का दिया आश्वासन कितना खोखला है, ये कल ख़ुद ही साबित हो गया।

2024 NEET पेपर लीक के mastermind को कल CBI ने कोर्ट में निर्दोष घोषित कर… https://t.co/PvpXjiJjQh pic.twitter.com/AuM1AODWnM

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) July 24, 2026

Advisory
All stakeholders of JNU’s epistemic community are advised to act responsibly and prioritize their personal safety. In accordance with the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India’s directions on public demonstrations, you are requested to refrain from participating in or visiting…

— Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) (@JNU_official_50) July 24, 2026

DEMOCRACY WINS! 🇮🇳

Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned. pic.twitter.com/DsB6hCHUzP

— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 25, 2026

#WATCH | Delhi | Congress and Opposition MPs in Parliament protest against PM Modi and demand that he remove Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan pic.twitter.com/u72rDA5yH6

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

Service Update

Below mentioned Metro stations will be closed from 07:30 AM tomorrow (25th July, 2026) till further instructions. However, Interchange facility shall remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat.

1. Lok Kalyan Marg
2. Rajiv Chowk
3.…

— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) July 24, 2026

मेट्रो बंद करो।
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दुकानें बंद करो।
Internet बंद करो।
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अपना हक़ मांग रहे छात्रों के ख़िलाफ़ सरकार ने ये क्रूर कदम उठाए।

बस एक चीज़ बंद नहीं कर पाए, मोदी जी - पेपर लीक।

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 25, 2026

Delhi Police to hold a press briefing today for clarification into the misleading and false information related to Jantar Mantar protest. Police will present their side on false information circulating on social media. DCP Central Rohit Rajbir Singh to address the press briefing:…

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026

#WATCH | LoP, Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi says, "...Students have three demands, and these are not negotiable demands... The first demand is that the Education Minister, who is corrupt, incompetent, and misaligned, has to be sacked... There's some talk going on in Mr. Modi's cabinet… pic.twitter.com/hKoXOQ4SSz

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026

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— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) July 25, 2026

#WATCH | Patna, Bihar: JJD Chief Tej Pratap Yadav detained by police during a student protest over the NEET issue.

He says, "I stand with students and youth... I am ready to die for them." pic.twitter.com/5Xc8zb45jB

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026

🚨 Food Alert | Jantar Mantar Protest

We need food at the protest site right now!

Please send food to the Tolstoy Road entrance, Jantar Mantar 🙏

All supporters who wish to contribute — your help is needed and welcomed. 🪳🇮🇳

— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) July 25, 2026

Clashes erupted in Bihar between the police and protestors after the call for a statewide shutdown today over the NEET paper leak issue and Police action during student protests in the state. Heavy police force was deployed in the area during the protest. They are also demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Students protest in Delhi | Delhi Police Sources say - 130 Police personnel have been injured. 15 FIRs have been registered. About 65 students were injured in the protest. Around 10,000 people on average are present at and around Jantar Mantar, 3000 Police personnel deployed there. With the help of Facial Recognition System (FRS) cameras, Delhi Police is identifying anti-social elements coming to Jantar Mantar. Police have identified more than 2000 such people so far who have had criminal records and came to Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police Sources to news agency ANI

Delhi Police has detected over 2000 'criminals' between July 20 and July 24 via facial recognition system and 15 FIRs have been lodged. To this, Cockroach Janta Party National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said we also will give a list of police personnel to Delhi Police who “racked open the heads of children, dragged them on streets, broke the ribs of our volunteers and slapped young girls”

"We will identify them not through FRS but through the public. We will make it public. Let's see what Delhi Police have to say to that," says Cockroach Janta Party National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka on Delhi Police saying that they have identified over 2000 people with criminal background who had come to Jantar Mantar, with the help of Facial Recognition System (FRS) cameras” Ranka said. 

400 'criminals' detected between 20 July and 24 July via facial recognition system; 15 FIRs lodged

Rahul Gandhi on Friday alleged that the Delhi Police is preventing people from reaching Jantar Mantar and stopping food supplies to the protest site. CJP National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka also shared WhatsApp screenshots from an individual who claimed that:

1. Delhi Police has set up checkpoints 5-10 km away from the protest site, where students heading to Jantar Mantar are being detained.
2. Food supplies and other deliveries to Jantar Mantar have been stopped, leading to a shortage of food at the protest site.
3. Police personnel have been visiting restaurants and warning them against preparing or delivering food orders to Jantar Mantar.

“Do whatever you want to. You cannot stop people from coming to Jantar Mantar. You cannot stop people from having food. You cannot stop people from helping us. Most importantly, you cannot stop Pradhan’s resignation. He is going,” Ashutosh said.

Responding to the allegations, Delhi Police dismissed the claims as false and misleading.

“Rumours are circulating on social media claiming that Delhi Police has imposed a ban on food delivery app services across the New Delhi area. This claim is completely false, baseless, and misleading. Delhi Police has not imposed any ban on food delivery services in the New Delhi area.

Citizens are advised not to believe or share unverified and misleading information. Please rely only on official sources for accurate and authentic updates,” Delhi Police said in a post on X.

On meeting the government scheduled today, Cockroach Janta Party's National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka says, "They had given us the time for 3.30-4 pm today. The location has not been finalised yet. Discussions are very clear. We should get written confirmation for the two demands on which there has been in-principle agreement. So that they can be closed. We need clarity over Dharmendra Pradhan - whether they will seek his resignation or not. We want an answer in Yes or No because there is not much scope for deliberation over this."

On Sonam Wangchuk's video message, he says, "There can be nothing more shameful than this. A man who did hunger strike for 26 days and risked his life, he did so much for the future of the country. Right wing is trolling him. There can be nothing more shameful than this."

On Congress MP Imran Masood's "Anna part two" and "personal deal with the government" remarks for Sonam Wangchuk, he says, "We don't know what Congress is thinking. But they have done a lot, they have also done negotiations that there should not be a legal case and they should get a compensation. It is not right to question Sonam ji."

The Thane Police, Bihar on Saturday morning arrested the main accused, Bijendra Gupta, in Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) exam paper leak. 

In response to numerous claims of foreign funding for the demonstrations led by the Cockroach Janata Party, which included involvement from Pakistan, a spokesperson from the Ministry of External Affairs said: "I have nothing to say about this issue to you."

The Union Cabinet has cleared the Anti-Paper Leak Bill that aims to increase punishments for examination malpractice like paper leakage and impersonation in recruitment and entrance examinations. Taking forward the provisions of 2024 Act, it provides for 10-year jail terms, 10-crore fines, setting up fast-track courts and enhanced security measures.

• CJP reiterated that its call was unambiguous.
• "Dharmendra Pradhan must resign!" it repeated.

Hearing a PIL pleading for an NIA probe into the protest by CJP-led Jantar Mantar, the Chief Justice pointed out that the law mandates a certain procedure - an FIR needs to be filed, the issue raised by the State to the Centre and then the Centre may take a decision if it is fit to initiate an NIA probe.

“Now you are asking us to form our opinion about the fitness of the case. This responsibility has been conferred on the Central Government. Can we assume their position?” the Bench asked.

The issue will come up for hearing at 2.30 p.m. today.

The police also added that these units have been integrated with the Delhi Police database, which helps officers to authenticate people instantly. In case such an accused of wanted or absconding nature is found, immediate legal action is initiated by alerting the concerned police unit.

#WATCH | Delhi | LoP, Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi says, "Dharmendra Pradhan is a criminal education minister. He has to be removed. He is a symbol of the collapse of our education system. He has to go. He is the reason why thousands of people are outside. He has to go." pic.twitter.com/Mm1Vs9Yaxb

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

Union Cabinet passes bill to provide stricter punishments for paper leaks

#WATCH | Delhi: A meeting held between Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, and Cockroach Janta Party's Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das and its National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka. pic.twitter.com/AYMu9RD8d8

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

The government is rewarding corruption instead of ensuring accountability!

Last night, the Education Secretary was transferred. He was replaced by an IAS officer from the Animal Husbandry Department who has severe multi-crore corruption charges against him.

The entire crisis…

— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) July 24, 2026

Service Update

New Delhi metro station has been closed till further instructions. No interchange facility shall be available at this station.

Any inconvenience is deeply regretted.

— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) July 24, 2026

"We are launching a website where we request all protesters to identify the police personnel who attacked and injured them on 20 July. We will identify every officer who used brute force and push for an FIR to be filed against each of them. If the Delhi Police refuses to file FIRs, we will approach the court. We have the support of lawyers from across the country." CJP Spokesperson Saurav Das. 

#WATCH | Delhi: Cockroach Janta Party's Chief Spokesperson Saurav Das has left Jantar Mantar to meet the government shortly. pic.twitter.com/2OQU4jGFaz

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

#WATCH | Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam | BJP Yuva Morcha holds a protest outside the official residence of Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, over alleged irregularities in PSC examination

The protest is being led by Yuva Morcha State President V. Manu Prasad, along with other party… pic.twitter.com/kVJpoce3qH

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

“According to new input, CJP team members may be arrested tonight”, says CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke, urging protesters to continue movement across nation even after arrest.

VIDEO | Delhi: “According to new input, CJP team members may be arrested tonight”, says CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke, urging protesters to continue movement across nation even after arrest.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/6AW7aACtxQ

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 24, 2026

The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has advised students against joining, participating the protest or even being near around Jantar Mantar side. The decision follows Delhi University (DU) which also advised the same to its students. 

जब तक भ्रष्ट शिक्षा मंत्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान को बर्खास्त नहीं किया जाता - कोई चर्चा नहीं होगी। pic.twitter.com/6DcNCb5vmz

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 24, 2026

Lok Sabha adjourned to meet again on 27 July 2026 at 11:00 A.M, amid sloganeering by the Opposition demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Several schools in central Delhi have either shifted to hybrid classes or made changes in transport arrangements owing traffic curbs and metro restrictions in the wake of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest.

R S Junior Modern School on Humayun Road has informed parents that classes from Nursery to Class 5 will be conducted in the hybrid mode, both physical and online, from July 24 until further notice, citing the "ongoing situation in Central Delhi".

Students attending classes from home have been asked to follow the regular timetable and join classes via Microsoft Teams, while wearing the school uniform, according to a circular.

#WATCH | Delhi: Founding President of Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke says, "Our dharna at Jantar Mantar will continue until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. We are very relieved that Sonam Wangchuk has broken his hunger strike as it had been more than 26 days. His life is… pic.twitter.com/SSyJANfcXA

— ANI (@ANI) July 24, 2026

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday announced it did not found any evidence against Sanjeev Mukhya in NEET UG 2024 paper leak case. 

Several metro stations across Delhi are closed in view of the ongoing student protest. Check the complete list below:

1. Lok Kalyan Marg

2. Rajiv Chowk

3. Patel Chowk

4. Ramakrishna Ashram Marg

5. Barakhambha Road

6. Supreme Court

7. Seva Teerth

8. Janpath

9. Mandi House

10. Central Secretariat

11. ITO

12. Delhi Gate

13. Indraprastha

14. Khan Market

15. Jor Bagh

16. Shivaji Stadium

17. Jhandewalan

The cabinet meeting will start at 1 pm, during which PM Narendra modi and other ministers will discuss on taking "more strict actions against NEET paper leak". 

The CJP representatives are likely to meet the Union Ministers at 12:30 pm at the Constitution Club of India.

#WATCH | Delhi: Saurav Das, Chief Spokesperson, Cockroach Janta Party, says, "... Tomorrow, a discussion has been called for, we are very happy that the government has agreed to our request that it be at a neutral venue. The Constitution Club of India has been chosen..." pic.twitter.com/OOBnq8bqb7

— ANI (@ANI) July 23, 2026

"Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth! We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard. This continues our series of steps for safeguarding the interests of students. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared." said PM Modi in a post on X.com

"A delegation of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is expected to meet Union government ministers at 12:30 pm today, according to sources.
The Constitution Club of India has been chosen for the meeting, as per CJP spokesperson Saurav Das." said news agency ANI. 

VIDEO | Delhi: Latest visuals from Jantar Mantar as CJP-led protest continues.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has said it was 'relieved and grateful' that activist Sonam Wangchuk had ended his 26-day hunger strike, but asserted that its peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar would… pic.twitter.com/8QyBIKPcLA

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 24, 2026

“The government is positive on not registering cases against those protesting peacefully at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, and those participating in the march to the Parliament on July 20, 2026. The government has already assured threadbare discussions to find solutions to paper leaks and educational reforms for exams in the Parliament. Besides, the government is also positively considering suitable compensation for the suicide victims of recent NEET paper leaks." said Union Minister JP Nadda. 

While student will not be allowed to pass from the Rajiv Chowk metro's exit gate, students can still avail the interchange facility available at the station. 

The protest started after the NEET UG 2026, held on May 3, 2026 paper was alleged leaked and a re-exam was held on June 21, 2026.

The Cockroach Janta Party, today, replied to PM Modi's tweet, sharing their demands. 

"Dharmendra Pradhan Ji should resign.

Those who beat students in the wrong way should be punished.

The families of students who committed suicide should receive compensation.

The culprits of the paper leak should receive severe punishment."

“The Narendra Modi government has responded to the students’ courage with cowardice and wanton cruelty, treating them not as inheritors of the future but as enemies of the nation. The Modi government has not just degraded India’s education landscape but has also made a habit of acting with utter impunity, supreme self-delusion, and abject insensitivity. If is our moral, political and constitutional duty to stand with students and safeguard their future.” Rahul Gandhi wrote on X today, July 24, 2026.

Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger-strike after 26 days after he received assurances from the government regarding his demands of compensation to families of suicide victims and no case against peaceful protestors. 

The cabineet meeting on strict actions against neet paper leak will be held at 12:30 pm today, July 24, 2026.