‘Why treat us like terrorists?’ Abhijeet Dipke attacks govt, asks farmers to join protest
New Delhi: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has called on farmers to join the Jantar Mantar protest and renewed his demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities.
Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has appealed to farmer unions to join the ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, while intensifying demands for the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged examination irregularities.
The protest, organised by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), continued at Jantar Mantar under heavy security arrangements, including barricades, CCTV surveillance and deployment of personnel wearing body cameras.
Allegations over facilities and access
Dipke alleged disruptions in basic facilities at the protest site, including water and food supply, and urged authorities not to restrict citizens from joining the demonstration.
He also made a direct appeal to the police, stating: “Why are we treated as a terrorist? Peaceful protest is a constitutional right of any citizen. We are not breaking any law.”
Later, he acknowledged the police response after assurances that citizens would not be prevented from reaching the protest site.
Call for farmer support
Addressing the gathering, Dipke urged farmer unions to extend support to protesting students, many of whom have raised concerns over alleged paper leaks and exam-related distress.
He said:
“I request all the farmers to support these kids. We all supported you. I appeal to all Kisan union to come to Jantar mantar and support us for the students who have committed suicide. If country's farmers and students get together, then Dharmendra Pradhan will have to resign. It’s farmer’s kids who have suffered the most.”
Backdrop of the protest
The demonstration has centred on repeated allegations of examination irregularities, including paper leaks and their reported psychological impact on students. Organisers have also raised concerns over student suicides linked to exam stress and demanded compensation for affected families.
The stage carried banners calling for a “Peaceful protest, Dharmendra Pradhan must resign,” alongside tributes to students affected by the controversy. This was the second protest organised by the CJP at Jantar Mantar, following an earlier demonstration on June 6. The group has reiterated demands for accountability in the education system and stronger action against exam-related irregularities.