New Delhi: The protest led by the satirical political group Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continued at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar after a delegation of the organisation met Union Minister J.P. Nadda to press for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and other examination-related issues.

Although the government appealed to the protesters to end their sit-in following the meeting, the CJP said it would continue its peaceful protest until its primary demand is addressed. The development comes amid heightened security in central Delhi, where prohibitory orders remain in force.

CJP delegation meets JP Nadda

According to CJP spokesperson Saurav Das, he and fellow spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka met Union Minister J.P. Nadda at his residence for about 10 minutes and submitted a memorandum outlining the group’s demands.

In a post on X, Das said the delegation handed over a written representation seeking action against the Education Minister and broader reforms in the examination system.

He stated that Nadda assured the delegation he would discuss the matter internally at the appropriate level. However, Das clarified that no assurances or commitments had been made regarding the group’s demands.

The spokesperson added that the peaceful protest would continue until the demand for accountability is met.

Demand for Education Minister’s resignation

In its memorandum, the Cockroach Janta Party held Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan responsible for what it described as repeated failures in the country’s examination system.

The group alleged that the minister was accountable for multiple controversies, including the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, issues relating to the CBSE Class 12 results portal, and delays in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET).

The letter claimed that there had been no meaningful systemic reforms or corrective measures despite repeated controversies and argued that the minister should accept responsibility.

The government has not publicly responded to the specific allegations contained in the memorandum.

Protest continues at Jantar Mantar

Earlier in the day, hundreds of demonstrators gathered in the high-security central Delhi area under the CJP banner.

The protesters also attempted to march towards Parliament, prompting police intervention. Security arrangements had been tightened in advance, with prohibitory orders restricting large gatherings in parts of central Delhi coming into effect a day earlier.

Despite reports circulating on social media, official sources stated that there was no forceful evacuation of protesters from Jantar Mantar and that the demonstration continued peacefully.

Authorities have urged protesters to maintain law and order while adhering to restrictions imposed in sensitive areas.

CJP’s rise from satire to activism

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) first gained attention on social media as a satirical political platform known for using humour to comment on governance and public policy.

The organisation was founded by Abhijeet Dipke, a public relations graduate from Boston University, who has previously worked with the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) social media team.

In recent months, the group has expanded its activities beyond online satire by organising public campaigns and protests on issues related to governance, education and accountability.

No decision announced yet

While the meeting between the CJP delegation and Union Minister J.P. Nadda marked the first formal engagement between the protesters and the government, no official announcement has been made regarding the demands raised by the group.

The protesters have reiterated that they intend to continue their peaceful sit-in until they receive a satisfactory response from the government.

Meanwhile, authorities continue to monitor the situation in central Delhi, where security remains heightened due to the ongoing demonstration.