Delhi police used lathis to disperse hundreds of students and youth activists marching toward Jantar Mantar on Monday [1], [2].
The incident highlights escalating tensions between youth activists and authorities over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations. The protest was organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a group demanding accountability for these systemic failures.
Supporters of the CJP, including activist Gitanjali Angmo, led the "Sansad Chalo" rally. The crowd marched from Mandi House Metro Station toward Jantar Mantar, where thousands had already gathered [1], [2]. Police used batons to break up the procession to prevent unauthorized gatherings and maintain security [1], [2].
To manage the crowds and secure the area, the Delhi Metro closed five stations [1], [3]. The affected stations included Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, and Seva Teerth [1].
Protesters continued to voice their grievances despite the police action. Dipke, a participant in the rally, said, "Long live the Constitution" [2].
Authorities said that the measures were necessary for security reasons. The CJP rally followed a period of increased activism, including a hunger strike by Sonam Wangchuk, which had previously drawn attention to similar grievances [2].
“"Long live the Constitution"”
The crackdown on the CJP protest reflects the Indian government's stringent approach to managing unauthorized demonstrations in the capital. By shutting down key transit hubs and using force to disperse students, authorities are prioritizing urban stability over the right to assembly, even as public frustration over competitive exam integrity grows.
