Guwahati: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced that its nationwide protests will continue despite the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, saying the movement will not end until the Centre fulfils all of its remaining demands.
Addressing supporters at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on Saturday, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke described Pradhan’s resignation as a significant milestone but stressed that it was only the first step in the movement’s campaign. He said protesters would continue their peaceful agitation until the government responds to the remaining demands.
The student-led movement, which began over alleged irregularities in national examinations, has since expanded into a broader campaign seeking accountability and reforms in the education system. Demonstrations have drawn thousands of students from across the country, with solidarity protests held in several states.
CJP also released an updated status of its charter of demands, stating that its first demand,the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan following the nationwide protests that intensified on July 20 has been fulfilled.
However, the organisation said three key demands remain pending: Rs 1 crore compensation for the families of students who allegedly died by suicide due to examination-related issues, assurance that no action will be taken against any student protesters, and a public apology from the Rapid Action Force (RAF) and the Delhi Police over their handling of protesters on July 20. The group said Jantar Mantar, along with protesters across the country, is still waiting for the government to address these demands.
Dipke said the resignation of the education minister should not be seen as the end of the agitation. He maintained that protesters would remain at Jantar Mantar and continue their peaceful demonstrations until all of the group’s demands are met.
The CJP has also indicated that it is preparing the next phase of its campaign if discussions with the Centre fail to produce concrete action. Protest leaders said they are considering expanding demonstrations to more states to maintain pressure on the government.
The movement has received support from several opposition parties and student groups, while also sparking a wider political debate over examination reforms and the government’s handling of the protests. Although talks have taken place between CJP representatives and senior Union ministers, the organisation has reiterated that it will not withdraw its agitation until all of its demands are fulfilled.