The Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest witnessed dramatic developments on Monday as thousands of demonstrators attempted to march towards Parliament over alleged NEET examination irregularities and demands for education reforms. Tight security, detentions, political participation and fresh claims from both protesters and police marked a tense day in the national capital.
Top Developments From the CJP ‘Chalo Sansad’ Protest
- Abhijeet Dipke allegedly detained: CJP spokesperson Saurav Das claimed that party founder Abhijeet Dipke was detained by Delhi Police during the protest march. There was no immediate official confirmation from the police regarding the claim.
- Tear gas fired as protesters advanced: Security personnel fired tear gas shells near Shastri Bhawan after groups of protesters allegedly tried to cross police barricades and move towards Parliament.
- Barricades breached at Patel Chowk: Protesters attempted to break through barricades in an effort to continue their march, leading to clashes with security forces.
- Police and protesters injured: The confrontation left several protesters and police personnel injured. A Delhi Police Sub-Inspector also sustained injuries, with police alleging that stones were thrown during the clashes.
- Heavy security around Parliament: Authorities strengthened security across central Delhi by deploying additional police and paramilitary personnel. Multiple layers of barricading were put in place around Parliament and nearby government buildings to prevent any breach of the high-security zone.
- Metro stations shut: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation temporarily closed Rajiv Chowk, Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat and Seva Teerth stations, citing security concerns linked to the protest.
- Opposition leaders join protest: Several Opposition leaders, including Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav, AAP leaders Manish Sisodia, Sanjay Singh and Atishi, joined or extended support to the protest. Later, the Samajwadi Party alleged that Dimple Yadav had been detained by Delhi Police while participating in the demonstration.
- CJP alleges police excesses: Party spokesperson Saurav Das accused security personnel of using excessive force against what he described as peaceful protesters and appealed to Members of Parliament to support students demanding examination reforms.
- Political criticism intensifies: AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang criticised the Centre over the handling of the NEET issue and reiterated Opposition demands for accountability on multiple issues being raised during the Monsoon Session.
The protest, organised on the opening day of Parliament’s Monsoon Session, centres on allegations of irregularities in competitive examinations, particularly NEET, and demands for accountability within the education system. Authorities maintained strict restrictions around Parliament while protesters continued pressing for their demands amid heightened political tensions.
