The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced that it has received permission from authorities to hold its proposed protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, marking a significant step for the youth-led movement as it prepares for its first major on-ground demonstration.
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Following the approval, organisers urged supporters to proceed directly to Jantar Mantar and avoid gathering at Parliament Street, with the protest scheduled to begin around 10 am.
Permission granted by police!
— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) June 6, 2026
Cockroaches gather at Jantar Mantar
Supporters Directed Straight to Protest Site
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das confirmed the development in a public message, stating that permission for the protest had been secured.
MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT
— Saurav Das (@SauravDassss) June 6, 2026
Permission for the Cockroach Protest #CJPProtest Secured from Authorities.
Everyone, Proceed straight to Jantar Mantar.
Do NOT go to Parliament Street.
Please come directly to Jantar Mantar.
Dharmendra Pradhan, isteefa do!#cjpprotest
Delhi Police grants permission to the Cockroach Janata Party to hold protest at Jantar Mantar. pic.twitter.com/c2fPnEkNeI
— News Arena India (@NewsArenaIndia) June 6, 2026
He called on participants to head directly to Jantar Mantar and reiterated the movement's central slogan demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Movement Born Out of Youth Frustration
Founded by Abhijeet Dipke, a Boston University graduate, CJP began as a satirical online movement that adopted the term "cockroach" as a symbol of resilience and resistance among young people frustrated by systemic failures in the education sector.
The organisation has gained traction among students and youth groups through social media campaigns focused on examination and recruitment-related issues.
NEET-UG Leak at Centre of Protest
The primary demand of the protest is the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy.
The alleged leak affected nearly 23 lakh aspirants and triggered widespread criticism after the examination was cancelled, followed by a CBI investigation and a re-test. The controversy has become a rallying point for students demanding greater accountability from educational authorities and the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Police Had Earlier Said No Formal Request Was Received
The announcement comes a day after Delhi Police stated that it had not received any formal application from CJP regarding the proposed protest.
Officials had said that any request submitted by the organisation would be examined in accordance with established procedures. Police also indicated they were monitoring developments and were prepared to deploy personnel in sensitive areas to maintain law and order if necessary.
Dipke Returns to India Ahead of Demonstration
Ahead of the protest, Abhijeet Dipke shared an update on social media while travelling from the United States to India.
Cockroach Janta Party Calls Media Briefing In Delhi Ahead Of Jantar Mantar ProtestIn a post on X, Dipke wrote that he was "on my way to India" and was "leaving my fate in the hands of the Constitution," signalling his return ahead of the planned demonstration.
Online Campaign Moves to the Streets
The Jantar Mantar gathering marks CJP's transition from a viral online movement into direct public mobilisation. With permission now reportedly secured and supporters mobilising on the ground, the protest is expected to draw students and young participants demanding accountability over examination irregularities and broader education sector concerns.