Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has alleged that student protesters involved in the recent nationwide agitation over alleged examination irregularities are being tracked and harassed by authorities in several states. Speaking at a public event, Dipke claimed that the resignation of former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan had not addressed the broader concerns driving the movement and warned that protests could resume on a much larger scale if the alleged actions against students continued.
Dipke’s remarks come days after the CJP-led protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar was called off following Pradhan’s resignation, which had been one of the movement’s principal demands. However, he maintained that the wider issues raised by students remain unresolved.
Abhijeet Dipke Claims Student Protesters Are Being Targeted
Addressing supporters, Abhijeet Dipke alleged that student protesters were facing surveillance, questioning and harassment after participating in demonstrations.
He appealed to governments to ensure that students are not treated as criminals for participating in peaceful protests, saying that young people should be encouraged to engage in democratic processes rather than discouraged through intimidation.
The allegations have not been independently verified, and there was no immediate official response to Dipke’s specific claims at the time of publication.
Says Resignation Has Not Ended Public Anger
While acknowledging that the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan marked a significant moment in the movement, Dipke argued that it had not reduced broader dissatisfaction among students.
According to him, many protesters continue to seek accountability, transparency and reforms relating to examination processes. He said the concerns raised during the agitation extend beyond a single resignation and remain relevant for students across the country.
Warns Protests Could Resume
Dipke cautioned that demonstrations could restart if student concerns are not addressed and if, as he alleged, protesters continue to face pressure after participating in the movement.
He urged authorities to engage in dialogue rather than confrontation and reiterated that the movement was intended to remain peaceful.
Background of the Student Movement
The student-led agitation gained national attention over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, including NEET-UG. Protesters demanded greater transparency, accountability and administrative action.
The CJP-led campaign continued for more than a month before organisers announced its suspension following the resignation of the then education minister. Even after the protest ended, organisers have indicated that they consider the resignation only one step in a broader campaign for reforms.
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Calls for Peaceful Democratic Engagement
Dipke urged students to continue participating through peaceful and democratic means while encouraging authorities to protect their rights.
Political leaders and public figures have expressed differing views on the protests, reflecting the wider debate surrounding examination reforms and student welfare. At the same time, officials have repeatedly stated that law and order measures are taken in accordance with legal requirements where necessary.
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Final Takeaway
Abhijeet Dipke has renewed his criticism of the government’s handling of the student movement, alleging that protesters are continuing to face harassment even after the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. He has also warned that demonstrations could return on a larger scale if students’ concerns remain unresolved. The allegations have not been independently verified, and no official response addressing the specific claims had been issued at the time of publication. As the debate over examination reforms continues, developments surrounding the movement are likely to remain under close public and political scrutiny.
