Hundreds of protesters [3] gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Saturday, June 6, 2026 [2], to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

The demonstration highlights growing public frustration over the integrity of India's national testing systems. Protesters allege that the government has failed to address student hardships and a lack of necessary reforms within the education system.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), led by Abhibeet Dipke, organized the event to protest alleged irregularities and leaks in the NEET-UG examination and various other recruitment tests [5]. Dipke issued an ultimatum to Pradhan during the rally, signaling a refusal to back down from the demands for accountability.

"Can't erase us," Dipke said [1].

"Tell them we are not scared," Dipke said [2].

Activist Sonam Wangchuk joined the CJP at the site to support the call for the education minister's removal. Wangchuk said that while he does not typically favor such demonstrations, the pursuit of justice made the action necessary.

"I don't like protests, but we have to do it for justice," Wangchuk said [3].

Authorities had granted permission for the gathering to remain at Jantar Mantar until 5 p.m. [1] on Saturday. The protest focused on the perceived failure of the ministry to secure examination processes, which the organizers claim has compromised the futures of thousands of candidates.

“"Can't erase us"”

The alignment of a niche political group like the Cockroach Janta Party with a high-profile activist like Sonam Wangchuk suggests a broadening coalition of dissent regarding India's educational administration. By focusing on the NEET-UG leaks, the movement leverages a high-stakes grievance that affects a massive demographic of young professionals, increasing the political pressure on the Union Education Ministry to implement transparent reforms.