Placards, slogans and flowers: Cockroach Janta Party's Jantar Mantar protest in photos

TOI City Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:36 IST

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Cockroach Janta Party protest begins at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) started its protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday. The demonstration was organised over concerns related to the NEET 2026 paper leak and alleged irregularities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.

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Founder Abhijeet Dipke arrives from US to lead protest

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke travelled from Boston, United States, to New Delhi to lead the demonstration. His arrival marked the beginning of the group's planned protest activities in the capital.

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Organisers call for disciplined participation

Ahead of the demonstration, organisers urged supporters to maintain discipline and ensure that the gathering remained peaceful while participating in the protest activities at Jantar Mantar.

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CJP spokesperson Saurav Das holds flower while addressing media

CJP spokesperson Saurav Das was seen holding a flower as he spoke to the media outside Parliament Street Police Station in New Delhi. The interaction took place ahead of founder Abhijeet Dipke's arrival as the organisation prepared for its planned demonstration at Jantar Mantar.

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Demonstration focuses on examination-related concerns

The protest was held to highlight issues linked to the NEET 2026 paper leak and alleged marking irregularities. Participants gathered to draw attention to these concerns at the designated protest venue.

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Delhi Police grants permission for demonstration

Delhi Police approved the request to hold the protest at Jantar Mantar. The permission was issued through an official order from the office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, New Delhi District.

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Supporters gather with placards at protest site

CJP supporters assembled at Jantar Mantar carrying placards and joining the demonstration. The gathering remained focused on the issues highlighted by the organisers.

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Security arrangements made around protest venue

Security personnel were deployed around key locations linked to the demonstration. Arrangements were made as participants gathered for the approved protest programme.

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Protest allowed from 10 am to 5 pm

According to the official order, the demonstration received approval for a single day. Participants were permitted to hold the protest at Jantar Mantar between 10 am and 5 pm.

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Protest continues with peaceful participation

Participants remained gathered at Jantar Mantar as the demonstration continued under police permission. Organisers reiterated their appeal for discipline and peaceful participation during the protest.