Thousands of supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) gathered in New Delhi as India’s parliament opened its monsoon session, calling for action over examination paper leaks and wider education reforms. Police prevented a planned march to parliament after permission was denied, with conflicting accounts over whether force was used.
Delhi Deputy Commissioner of Police Sachin Sharma said authorities were managing a large crowd of around 10,000 protesters, while CJP representatives said they remained open to talks with the government.
Key developments:
- Activist Sonam Wangchuk continued his hunger strike, outlining conditions for ending his protest.
- CJP renewed calls for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- The movement began after the 2026 medical entrance examination paper leak affecting more than two million students.
- Analysts say the protests also reflect concerns over youth unemployment and confidence in India’s education system.
ℹ️ Reuters
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