CJP’s Jantar Mantar Protest: Sonam Wangchuk Ends Hunger Strike as Pressure Mounts on Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi's Jantar Mantar has turned into the epicenter of a high-stakes standoff this week, as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continues its protest demanding accountability over the NEET paper…

By Reetam Bodhak

July 24, 2026

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New Delhi’s Jantar Mantar has turned into the epicenter of a high-stakes standoff this week, as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continues its protest demanding accountability over the NEET paper leak controversy, even as one of its most prominent supporters steps back from the frontline.

Sonam Wangchuk ends his 26-day fast: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk called off his hunger strike after 26 days, a moment CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke publicly thanked him for, calling his sacrifice something that “awakened the conscience of an entire nation.” Wangchuk’s decision to step back comes as talks between protest leaders and the government reach a critical stage.

Government in talks, decision on Pradhan’s resignation pending: CJP representatives Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka held a second round of discussions with Union Ministers Jitendra Singh and JP Nadda, presenting three core demands from the protesting students. The government has reportedly agreed to compensate families of students who died by suicide linked to the NEET paper leak and to avoid legal action against protesters — but has asked for more time before deciding on Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, the protest’s central demand.

Heavy security, allegations of police force: Delhi Police has ringed the protest site with three layers of barricades, restricting entry to those clearing identity checks. Several protesters have alleged that police used a lathi-charge without warning during earlier demonstrations, a claim Dipke says will be investigated, with accountability promised for any officer found responsible.

The Cockroach Janta Party itself began as political satire (Wikipedia), founded in reaction to remarks by the Chief Justice of India — but it has since evolved into a serious rallying point for students affected by the exam controversy.

CJP Recap Table

Development	Key Figure(s)	Status
Hunger Strike	Sonam Wangchuk	Ended after 26 days
Government Talks	Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, Jitendra Singh, JP Nadda	Second round completed
Compensation for Victims’ Families	Centre	Agreed
Legal Action Against Protesters	Centre	Ruled out
Pradhan’s Resignation	Dharmendra Pradhan	Decision pending
Police Conduct	Delhi Police	Under scrutiny

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FAQs

Q: Why did Sonam Wangchuk end his hunger strike?

After 26 days, he stepped back as talks between CJP and the central government progressed toward addressing student demands.

Q: What is CJP demanding from the government?

Primarily Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the NEET paper leak, along with compensation for affected families and no legal action against protesters.