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Actor Prakash Raj expressed his wish of seeing Sonam Wangchuk as the Education Minister; The Cockroach Janta Party protest in Bengaluru was part of its nationwide campaign demanding the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan
Updated - June 14, 2026 08:54 pm IST
Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke addresses the protester at Freedom Park, Bengaluru, on June 14, 2026.
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Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) held a peaceful protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on Sunday (June 14, 2026) evening as part of its nationwide campaign demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak and irregularities in the CBSE’s on-screen marking system. Founder Abhijeet Dipke, activist Sonam Wangchuk and actor Prakash Raj participated in the protest held despite rain, with demonstrators raising slogans against the BJP-led Centre.
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While actor Prakash Raj expressed his wish of wanting Mr. Wangchuk as India’s Education Minister, the activist said that the Minister “should be like him”, but clarified that he does not see himself in the top role. Mr. Wangchuk lashed out at the government over its lack of accountability and said that he has joined the cause against the “rotten” education system. Mr. Dipke said that “we are called cockroaches when we try to expose the system”. Urging people to raise their voices without fear, he said that if it come down to arrests or going to jail, he would be the first one to do so.
Earlier today, protesters gathered in large numbers at Dharna Chowk in Hyderabad to voice their frustration against the NDA government at the Centre. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Wangchuk clarified that the agitation is not a bid for political power or to challenge any political outfit, but to raise public awareness and safeguard citizens’ rights. The organisation has already held similar protests in Delhi, Pune, Lucknow and Amritsar.
June 14, 2026 20:23
I will be the first one to go to jail: Abhijeet Dipke
Abhijeet Dipke, urging people to raise their voices, said: “For how long are we going to fear these people? For how long are we going to be scared of them? Now, we need to make sure that no matter what happens, if we have to go to jail, we will go to jail, but we will go for freedom. I will be the first one to go to jail.”
On the point about speaking up without fear, he recalled that his mother was very worried for him. “When I was returning from the USA, my mother cried more than she did when I was leaving for the USA. She was asking me not to return to India because she was afraid that I might get arrested. Now do we have to be afraid of being jailed just for speaking up? Everybody who is present here, their mother must be worried right now. Because you all are raising your voices.”
- Rishita Khanna
June 14, 2026 20:20
CJP founder on govt. dividing citizens over "Hindu-Muslim narrative"
“The government has started this Hindu-Muslim narrative,” Mr. Dipke said, adding that this has pushed people to not think of themselves as citizens first.
“Every election, every year, they try to divide us using the Hindu-Muslim narrative. Now, what has that done to us? It’s because of this narrative that people have started to think of themselves not as citizens. The first thing they think of themselves as is either a Muslim or a Hindu. Now, we need to remember, we are firstly and lastly Indians,” he said.
June 14, 2026 20:18
'Shameful': Dipke on students who gave up on their own lives over paper leaks
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke spoke about the students’ deaths in connection with the paper leaks. “There were lakhs of students who could have become doctors in the future. The very students who could have gone on to save the lives of others were forced to give up their own lives. I don’t think there can be anything more shameful than this for the country. This country is far better than that,” he said.
“We are called Pakistanis. We are called anti-nationals. They are saying this about students. A 17-year-old student was called a Pakistani simply for exposing the system. They were targeted for speaking out,” he added.
June 14, 2026 20:01
When we try to expose this broken system, we are called cockroaches: Abhijeet Dipke
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, addressing the protesters at Freedom Park, said: “We are being assailed by illiterate politicians and goons. When we try to raise our voice, when we try to expose this broken system, what are we labelled as? We are called cockroaches.”
“There were lakhs of students who could have become doctors in the future. The very students who could have gone on to save the lives of others were forced to give up their own lives. I don’t think there can be anything more shameful than this for the country. This country is far better than that,” he added.
- Rishita Khanna
June 14, 2026…
Read the full article at The Hindu →📄Source document: Delhi Police clearance for the June 20 protest
17 reports
Hindustan TimesIndependentLeft3 days agoThe Youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has received approval from Delhi Police for a protest scheduled for June 20 at Jantar Mantar. The protest aims to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, citing concerns related to the NEET paper leak controversy and broader examination issues. CJP spokespersons emphasized the need for accountability regarding paper leaks, examination irregularities, and the rising number of student suicides linked to these issues.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the protest as a legitimate demand for accountability and highlights the grievances of students, parents, and educators. It emphasizes the severity of the issue through references to student suicides and does not present counterarguments or perspectives opposing the CJP's stance.
Official sources cited
- government Delhi Police clearance for the June 20 protest
- organisation CJP spokesperson Saurav Das statement on social media
The HinduIndependentLeft4 days agoThe Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced that a delegation from Telangana will join a nationwide protest in New Delhi on June 20. The protest comes in response to the recent attack on CJP founder Abhijit Dipke during a Jaipur event and concerns over student suicides allegedly linked to examination irregularities. The CJP stated that their protests have garnered support from thousands across several states, including Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi, and Assam. A contact number was provided for individuals interested in participating in the movement.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the CJP's actions as legitimate protests against an attack on their leader and concerns over student suicides tied to examination issues. It presents the CJP's claims without significant counter-narratives or critical scrutiny, suggesting a sympathetic stance toward the group's诉求.
Official sources cited
- organisation Cockroach Janta Party Press Conference Statement
The HinduIndependentCenter5 days ago Cockroach Janta Party holds demonstration in Nagpur; ‘saffron’ activists try to disrupt protestA protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) took place in Nagpur on June 16, 2026. Participants wore cockroach masks and raised demands for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan due to the recent NEET (UG) paper leak incident. The protest included slogans calling for accountability and justice, referencing the suicide of a NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a balanced account of the protest without overtly favoring any side. It describes the event factually, including details about the participants, their demands, and the context surrounding the NEET exam leak. There is no evident editorializing or biased language that would skew a
Hindustan TimesIndependentLeft5 days ago Abhijeet Dipke indicates CJP won't fight polls, attacks PM Modi over student issuesAbhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), stated during a press conference that his party does not intend to contest elections. He criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for failing to address concerns related to the NEET-UG exam fiasco, including the suicides of students affected by the situation. Dipke called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and highlighted the lack of response from Modi regarding the issue.
Bias read (Left): The article presents criticism of the Prime Minister and highlights the failure of the current administration in addressing student concerns, which aligns with a left-leaning perspective emphasizing social justice and accountability. The framing emphasizes the government's neglect and calls for the撤
Official sources cited
- press release Press Conference Statement by Abhijeet Dipke
The PrintIndependentCenter6 days agoPunjab Youth Congress held a protest regarding allegations of a leak in the NEET exam paper.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a protest related to an alleged NEET paper leak without providing explicit ideological framing, loaded language, or one-sided sourcing. It simply states the event occurred without indicating a clear political bias in its presentation.
Times of IndiaIndependentLeft6 days agoAbhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was physically attacked by a group of youths during a protest in Jaipur. The protest, organized by the CJP, focused on issues such as the alleged NEET paper leak, flaws in the education system, and youth unemployment. Five individuals were arrested in connection with the incident. Police are investigating the matter.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the incident as an attack on a political figure associated with the CJP, which is portrayed as a left-wing party. The narrative emphasizes peaceful protest and criticizes the attackers' actions as signs of fear and cowardice, aligning with a progressive perspective. The focus on C
Hindustan TimesIndependentCenter6 days ago 'You can call me Pakistani...I won't raise my hand': Dipke reacts after slap incident, says 'cowards resort to violence'Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was assaulted during a protest in Jaipur against exam paper leaks and unemployment. In response, Dipke stated that physical attacks indicate fear and cowardice. He emphasized that he would not retaliate and would continue advocating for the youth despite the incident. Two men attacked Dipke, prompting his supporters to retaliate before handing the attackers over to the police.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the event factually without overtly favoring any side. It includes direct quotes from Dipke and describes the sequence of events neutrally. There is no evident editorializing or biased language that leans toward either supporting or criticizing Dipke or his party.
Scroll.inIndependentCenter6 days agoCockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke was slapped during a protest in Jaipur. The incident occurred amid protests against alleged mismanagement in competitive exams and issues like unemployment. Videos of the attack were shared on social media, and two individuals were detained according to police officials. Dipke condemned the physical attack as a sign of fear and vowed to continue peaceful protests. He called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The party, which began as a satirical campaign, has organized similar protests across multiple cities.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on an event without overtly favoring any side. It includes quotes from the affected individual and mentions the context of the protest but does not use loaded language or selectively present information to support a particular viewpoint. The framing remains neutral, focusing on a
The PrintIndependentLeft7 days ago Cockroach Janta Party holds protest in Hyderabad, demands Dharmendra Pradhan’s exitThe Cockroach Janta Party held a protest in Hyderabad, demanding the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.
Bias read (Left): The article references a protest by the 'Cockroach Janta Party,' which is likely a satirical or opposition group, and calls for the exit of a government minister, indicating a critical stance toward current governance.
The HinduIndependentLeft7 days ago CJP protest in Bengaluru highlights: We are called cockroaches when we try to expose the broken system, Abhijeet Dipke saysThe Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is holding a peaceful protest in Bengaluru as part of its nationwide campaign demanding the resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Prakash Raj has joined the protest, and the CJP spokesperson stated they are challenging everyone, including the Supreme Court and Chief Justice of India.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the CJP's actions as 'peaceful' and highlights their challenge to judicial authorities, which could imply support for the group's stance against the government and judiciary. The use of terms like 'demanding the resignation' suggests alignment with the protesters' cause ratherthan
Scroll.inIndependentCenter9 days ago ‘We want accountability’: Voices from the Cockroach Janta Party’s protest in PuneStudents from across India traveled to Pune to participate in a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, a satirical movement that gained traction due to recent controversies affecting students, including the cancellation of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) and technical errors in evaluating Class 12 board exams. Nineteen-year-old Dhammapal Gavai, who is preparing for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exams, expressed frustration over the impact of these events on students' futures.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of student protests against educational issues without overtly favoring any political stance. It includes direct quotes from participants and contextualizes the movement within recent events affecting students. There is no evident bias in framing or sourcing.
Hindustan TimesIndependentLeft11 days ago CJP's next move: Protest in Pune, indefinite sit-in in Delhi from June 20 ‘if Dharmendra Pradhan is not sacked’Protesters from the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) plan to hold demonstrations in Pune starting on June 20 and continue with an indefinite sit-in in Delhi if Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is not removed. The protests follow allegations of examination irregularities, including the NEET-UG paper leak and issues with the on-screen marking system for Class 12 students. The CJP's founder, Abhijeet Dipke, has called for large turnout at the Pune protest.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the CJP's actions as justified responses to alleged corruption and systemic failures in the education sector, using terms like 'alleged examination irregularities' and emphasizing the demands for accountability. The focus on holding officials accountable aligns with progressive or
Hindustan TimesIndependentLeft11 days ago CJP to launch nationwide protest demanding education minister's resignation from ThursdayThe Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a group that began as a satirical social media account, announced plans to launch a nationwide protest demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The protests, starting on June 11 in Pune and continuing through several Indian cities, are described by the CJP as a response to alleged irregularities in examination conduct, which they claim have jeopardized the futures of millions of students. The CJP stated that the protests will continue indefinitely unless Pradhan resigns.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the CJP's actions as justified responses to systemic issues in education governance, using terms like 'accountability' and emphasizing the need for high-level responsibility. It presents the CJP's demands without counterarguments or alternative perspectives, suggesting a pro-prov-
Hindustan TimesIndependentRight13 days ago Cockroach Janata Party to hold protest in Pune on June 11 seeking Pradhan's resignationThe Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a protest in Pune on June 11, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The protest will take place at Savitribai Phule Pune University. The CJP founder, Abhijeet Dipke, stated that further protests across multiple cities will occur if Pradhan does not resign by June 13. The demands stem from allegations of irregularities in CBSE results and a NEET paper leak.
Bias read (Right): The article uses pejorative language such as 'cockroach' to refer to the group, which frames them negatively. The focus on demands for resignation without providing balanced context or counterpoints suggests a framing aligned with mainstream political narratives critical of the group. The tone and d
India TodayIndependentCenter13 days agoThe article discusses two individuals named Sonam Wangchuk from Ladakh. One is a climate activist and educationist who supported the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests at Jantar Mantar regarding the NEET paper leak issue. The other is Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, a decorated Indian Army officer who fought in the 1999 Kargil War and received the Maha Vir Chakra (MVC) for his bravery.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about two distinct individuals with the same name without taking a stance or using biased language. It provides balanced details about both the climate activist and the military veteran, avoiding any ideological framing.
The HinduIndependentCenter14 days ago Security beefed up at CJP founder Dipke's home in Chhatrapati SambhajinagarSecurity measures have been increased at the residence of Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), following his return to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. Dipke arrived in India from the U.S. and participated in a protest in New Delhi demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over allegations of examination and recruitment irregularities. Local authorities have raised the number of security personnel stationed at his home from 11 to 15.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information without overtly favoring any side. It reports on increased security measures and Dipke's activities without using emotionally charged language or selectively omitting context. The framing remains neutral, focusing on events rather than taking a stance on theC
Official sources cited
- press release Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke speaks to the media upon his arrival in Mumbai, Maharashtra, late Saturday (June 6, 2026)
The WireIndependentCenter15 days agoThe article reports that Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dipankar Rana and education advocate Sonam Wangchuk have joined youth groups demanding the resignation of Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on public demands for the resignation of an education minister without overtly favoring any political side. It does not include biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing.
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