The Cockroach Janta Party reclaimed the Jantar Mantar protest site on July 21, 2026, following a police crackdown the previous day [1, 2].
The return of the activists marks a persistence in the movement's efforts to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam-paper irregularities.
The protest originally began on June 20, 2026 [2]. Tensions escalated throughout the month, including a June 23 announcement of a diaper-donation drive by the CJP [3]. During that event, a CJP spokesperson said police had been trying to shrink the protest area [3].
Delhi Police moved to disperse the gathering on July 20, 2026 [1]. However, reports indicate that the police presence was subsequently reduced, which allowed CJP members to re-occupy the area on July 21 [1, 2].
"We will not be intimidated," said CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke in a statement after the site was reclaimed [1].
Reports on the current security status remain conflicting. Some sources state that police had withdrawn from the site [1], while other updates suggest security was tightened and personnel remained stationed at the perimeter [2]. Despite the crackdown, some supporters have maintained a cordial tone toward the authorities. "We love you, Delhi Police," a CJP supporter said during a live interview [4].
The CJP continues to maintain its presence at the historic site in New Delhi, centering its grievances on the administration of national examinations, and the accountability of the education ministry.
“"We will not be intimidated," said CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke.”
The cycle of crackdowns and re-occupations at Jantar Mantar reflects the volatility of the CJP's campaign against the Union Education Ministry. The conflicting reports regarding police presence suggest a fluid security environment where authorities may be oscillating between forced dispersal and tactical tolerance to avoid further escalation.
