New Delhi: The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on Tuesday alleged that supporters were being prevented from entering the Jantar Mantar protest site in New Delhi, even as activist Sonam Wangchuk's health reportedly deteriorated on the third day of his hunger strike linked to the agitation over examination irregularities.

The protest, which began on June 20, entered its 11th day amid fresh allegations from CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke that authorities had tightened access to the venue through heavy police deployment.

Taking to X, Dipke questioned the restrictions and asked why people attempting to join the protest were allegedly being stopped.

"Heavy police deployment at Jantar Mantar. The police are not allowing people to enter, and many of our core team members are being denied entry. What are they planning to do?" he wrote.

The allegation has triggered questions among protesters about access to one of the country's most prominent demonstration sites. According to Dipke, several supporters reported difficulties reaching the venue, while members of the party's organisational team were allegedly turned away.

The CJP leader further claimed that transport arrangements meant to bring supporters to Jantar Mantar were also facing obstacles. He alleged that efforts were being made to limit participation in the ongoing protest, though there was no immediate response from authorities to the claims.

The agitation was launched by CJP over alleged irregularities in India's examination system, including concerns related to the conduct of competitive examinations such as NEET and other recruitment tests. Protest organisers have been demanding greater transparency, accountability and reforms in the examination process.

As the protest continued, concern mounted over the health of activist Sonam Wangchuk, who began an indefinite hunger strike on Sunday in solidarity with the movement.

According to CJP leaders, Wangchuk's blood sugar level dropped to 66 on Tuesday, marking the third day of his fast. Party spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the situation should be treated seriously and urged authorities to address the concerns raised by protesters.

Ranka warned that any deterioration in Wangchuk's condition would raise serious questions about the government's handling of the situation. He reiterated the movement's demand for accountability in the education sector and examination system.

On Monday, Wangchuk had defended the protest, saying it was not directed against the nation but aimed at protecting the interests of students and restoring faith in public institutions. He appealed for dialogue and sensitivity from authorities rather than coercive measures, arguing that public trust would continue to erode if grievances remained unresolved.

The activist has also reiterated demands for reforms in the education system and sought accountability from Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over recurring examination controversies.

Meanwhile, Dipke linked the protest's demands to the latest Rajasthan Paramedical Council examination paper leak controversy, accusing governments of repeatedly failing to conduct examinations without irregularities.

Referring to the alleged leak, he criticised the BJP and used the phrase "double engine-double leak" to target the ruling party, claiming repeated examination controversies reflected deeper systemic problems.

The protest has also received support from student groups. Six members associated with the All India Students' Association (AISA) are simultaneously holding an indefinite hunger strike from a separate stage at Jantar Mantar.

The students include Neha, AISA All India President; Danish, JNUSU Joint Secretary; Manish, AISA Uttar Pradesh President; Deepak, AISA Delhi University Vice President; Hrishikesh, President of Barak Hostel, JNU; and Aameen, former CC member of AUD Students Council.

With PTI inputs