'We Won't Go': CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Says Protest Will Continue Until All Demands Are Met (Videos)
Minutes after Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation on Saturday, July 25, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke announced that the ongoing demonstrations at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar would continue.
Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has said the group's protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar will continue despite the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, asserting that the agitation will end only after all of the protesters' demands are fulfilled.
Addressing supporters after the resignation became public, Dipke described it as an important step but maintained that the movement's objectives extend beyond a change in leadership. He reiterated that the protesters would remain at the demonstration site until the remaining demands receive a satisfactory response from the government. Dharmendra Pradhan Resigns As Education Minister, Says ‘Pained by Last 10 Days’ Events’.
Protests to Continue Despite Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation, Says CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke
#WATCH | Delhi: On the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Abhijeet Dipke, Founding President of Cockroach Janta Party, says, "...This is the first wicket. We won't stop here. This is just the beginning. I salute all students, all the volunteers who have… pic.twitter.com/vWPseOMdLD
— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026
#WATCH | Delhi: On the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Abhijeet Dipke, Founding President of Cockroach Janta Party, says, "I want to say something very important. Don't make me a hero because Dharmendra Pradhan resigned today. Don't make this mistake.… pic.twitter.com/ypODEXXUTS
— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2026
Delhi: Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke says, "We have done it! Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned! What did they use to say? In this government, ministers don't step down? We want to say, the world bows down, you need someone who can make it bow. This is for all those… pic.twitter.com/DW1JxNRqhL
— IANS (@ians_india) July 25, 2026
What Demands Remain?
According to CJP, one of its principal demands—the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan—has now been met. However, the organisation says two key demands are still pending, including financial assistance for the families of students who allegedly died by suicide in connection with the examination controversy and broader reforms aimed at improving transparency and accountability in the examination system. Dipke said the protest would continue peacefully while discussions with the Centre move forward.
Government and Protesters Expected to Hold Further Talks
The resignation comes ahead of another round of discussions between government representatives and CJP leaders. Previous talks focused on resolving concerns surrounding alleged examination irregularities and measures to restore confidence in the recruitment and testing process. ‘Victory of Democracy’: Sonam Wangchuk Reacts to Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation As Education Minister.
While the Centre has indicated its willingness to engage with protest leaders, no official announcement has yet been made regarding the remaining demands raised by the organisation.
Movement Continues After Weeks of Protests
The CJP-led agitation has been ongoing for several weeks and gained nationwide attention following student demonstrations over alleged paper leaks in competitive examinations. The protests intensified after clashes between demonstrators and police during a march toward Parliament earlier this week, prompting renewed calls for reforms in the examination system.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who had undertaken a prolonged hunger strike in support of the movement, ended his fast earlier this week after receiving written assurances from the government on several issues. However, Dipke has made it clear that CJP's protest will continue independently until all outstanding demands are addressed.
What Happens Next?
With the Education Minister's resignation now complete, attention is expected to shift to negotiations between the government and CJP leadership over the remaining demands. Protest organisers have said they intend to continue peaceful demonstrations while awaiting concrete decisions from the Centre.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 25, 2026 04:29 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).