Delhi Police ordered the Cockroach Janta Party to vacate Jantar Mantar after violence broke out during a protest led by founder Abhijeet Dipke.

The crackdown follows a series of clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement, signaling a tightening of security measures around New Delhi's primary protest site. The incident underscores the volatility of the group's campaign against government examination lapses.

Violence erupted during the protest, which included stone-pelting and the vandalism of police barricades [1]. Authorities said police personnel were attacked during the unrest [2]. In response, Delhi Police said that anyone involved in rioting would face strict legal action [1]. This potential punishment includes the cancellation of passports for those found guilty of participating in the violence [1].

The Delhi Police refused to grant an extension for the protest and ordered Dipke and his followers to clear the site [2]. The group had previously established a seven-day deadline [3] for the government to take action regarding alleged exam lapses [3].

Law enforcement officials said the decision to remove the protesters was necessary to maintain public order following the attacks on officers [2]. The Cockroach Janta Party has focused its efforts on government accountability, but the recent escalation has led to a direct confrontation with the state's security apparatus [2].

“Delhi Police warned that anyone involved in rioting will face strict legal action.”

The threat of passport cancellation is a severe deterrent used by Indian authorities to prevent protesters from fleeing the country or to restrict the movement of activists. By linking administrative penalties to civil unrest, the Delhi Police are attempting to shift the cost of protest from immediate physical arrest to long-term legal and travel restrictions.