Delhi Police deny FIR against Jantar Mantar NEET protesters
Synopsis
Delhi Police's flat denial of an FIR against 'Cockroach Janta Party' protesters at Jantar Mantar is itself a signal — misinformation about the NEET protest is moving faster than the protest itself. With over eight lakh petition signatures, Sonam Wangchuk's backing, and a founder who flew in from the US to lead the march, this is no longer just a social media moment.
Key Takeaways
Delhi Police confirmed on 6 June that no FIR has been registered against 'Cockroach Janta Party' protesters at Jantar Mantar .
The protest demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak .
Activist Sonam Wangchuk , students, exam aspirants, and politicians participated in the demonstration.
Founder Abhijeet Dipke flew in from the United States and led the protest; permission was granted just hours before it began.
A petition seeking Pradhan's resignation has reportedly gathered more than eight lakh signatures .
The party was launched last month following Chief Justice Surya Kant's 'cockroaches' remark and has since amassed millions of social media followers.
Delhi Police on Saturday, 6 June issued a formal clarification stating that no First Information Report (FIR) has been filed against supporters of the 'Cockroach Janta Party' who staged a demonstration at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy. The denial came in response to circulating social media posts and news reports that falsely claimed an FIR had been registered against the protesters.
What Delhi Police Said
In an official post on social media, Delhi Police stated: 'Certain social media posts and news reports are claiming that Delhi Police has registered an FIR against the protesters at Jantar Mantar. It is clarified that no such FIR has been registered.' The force further urged citizens to exercise caution, advising them to 'not believe or circulate unverified information' and to rely only on official updates from Delhi Police.
The Protest and Its Demands
The demonstration at Jantar Mantar was organised by the 'Cockroach Janta Party', a social media-driven political platform that has rapidly gained traction in recent weeks. The protest drew participation from activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk, students, competitive examination aspirants, and politicians. Permission to hold the event was granted just hours before it commenced on Saturday morning.
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the 'Cockroach Janta Party', flew in from the United States and proceeded directly to the protest venue on Parliament Street. He was seen arriving at the airport carrying a copy of B.R. Ambedkar's autobiography. Before landing, Dipke had publicly appealed to his supporters to assemble at Jantar Mantar.
Key Demands and Petition
A statement issued by the party described the demonstration as aimed at 'demanding accountability, seeking justice, and calling for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.' A pamphlet distributed at the venue claimed that the party's petition seeking Pradhan's resignation had collected more than eight lakh signatures.
Background: How the Party Was Founded
Dipke launched the 'Cockroach Janta Party' last month, following Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's widely reported 'parasites' and 'cockroaches' remark. The platform rapidly attracted millions of followers across social media channels, transforming an off-the-cuff judicial observation into a rallying identity for a protest movement centred on the NEET paper leak controversy. This is the first major street-level demonstration the group has organised since its formation.
What Happens Next
With the NEET paper leak issue continuing to generate political heat and the protest movement now claiming a substantial petition count, pressure on Education Minister Pradhan is unlikely to ease. Delhi Police's clarification, while deflating one rumour, does not close the broader accountability debate that the demonstration sought to amplify.
Point of View
Built on social media, and now staging credentialed street protests with Sonam Wangchuk in attendance. What mainstream coverage underplays is that eight lakh petition signatures, if verified, represent a level of organised public pressure that goes beyond viral outrage. The real question is whether the NEET accountability movement can sustain institutional pressure or whether it dissipates once the social media cycle moves on.
NationPress
11 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Delhi Police register an FIR against Jantar Mantar protesters?
No. Delhi Police officially clarified on 6 June that no FIR has been registered against 'Cockroach Janta Party' supporters who protested at Jantar Mantar. The force described circulating claims to the contrary as unverified information.
What was the 'Cockroach Janta Party' protest about?
The protest at Jantar Mantar on 6 June demanded accountability over the NEET paper leak and called for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The party distributed a pamphlet claiming its petition had gathered over eight lakh signatures.
Who is Abhijeet Dipke and why is he significant?
Abhijeet Dipke is the founder of the 'Cockroach Janta Party', who flew in from the United States to lead the Jantar Mantar demonstration. He launched the party last month after Chief Justice Surya Kant used the words 'parasites' and 'cockroaches', which Dipke's platform reclaimed as a political identity.
How did the 'Cockroach Janta Party' originate?
The party was founded last month by Abhijeet Dipke following Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's 'parasites' and 'cockroaches' remark. It rapidly gained millions of social media followers across platforms before staging its first major street protest.
Who else supported the Jantar Mantar protest?
Activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk, students, competitive examination aspirants, and politicians joined the demonstration. Permission for the protest was granted just hours before it began on Saturday morning.
