Thousands of supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) clashed with police in Delhi on Monday during the 'Sansad Chalo' march, demanding the resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam paper leaks. The protest escalated near Parliament House after starting from Jantar Mantar, drawing significant attention from authorities, according to livemint.com.
The protest turned violent as demonstrators pushed past security personnel attempting to block their path. The CJP vowed to continue the agitation until their demand for Pradhan's removal is met. Meanwhile, Sonam Wangchuk, a prominent activist associated with the movement, remained on a hunger strike at Safdarjung Hospital. The central government held its first round of talks with CJP representatives amid the unrest, livemint.com reported.
The protests highlight growing public anger over recent exam paper leaks that have sparked nationwide outrage. The CJP's mobilization reflects broader concerns about accountability in government and education sectors. The scale of the demonstrations and the involvement of high-profile activists have intensified pressure on the government, marking one of the most significant protest movements in Delhi this year, per livemint.com.
The protest continued into the evening with no indication of a resolution. Authorities maintained a strong security presence around Parliament and key government buildings. The next official update on the government's response and any further negotiations with CJP is expected later this week, as reported by livemint.com.