The Latest Breaking News from Sonam Wangchuk

Why Is India's 'Cockroach Janta Party' Marching on Parliament?

Thousands of young protesters in Delhi demand Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, highlighting growing frustration with India's education system.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

Government reaches out to CJP amid raging protest; JP Nadda holds talks with 2-member team, appeals to end stir

Union Health Minister JP Nadda held initial formal discussions with Cockroach Janta Party members. The protesters conveyed their demands, including Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Talks occurred on a day the CJP called for a march to Parliament. Delhi Police increased security around Jantar Mantar ahead of the planned procession.…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Protests in several Gujarat cities supporting CJP's 'Sansad Chalo' march, Wangchuk; some detained

Protests occurred in Gujarat cities supporting the Cockroach Janta Party's march. Participants chanted slogans against the government and the Union Education Minister. Thousands gathered in Delhi's Jantar Mantar despite heavy rain and security. The march demands action against education sector irregularities and exam paper leaks. Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Indian Gen Z protesters face teargas and police batons as thousands march towards parliament

Protesters are demanding resignation of education minister over botched exams

The Independent UK · Jul 20

Samajwadi Party stages protest in Parliament over alleged NEET paper leak, accuse Centre of failing to address students' concerns

Samajwadi Party leaders protested alleged NEET paper leaks during the Monsoon Session. They demanded a discussion and accused the government of ignoring student concerns. Leaders like Dimple Yadav voiced solidarity with protesting students and their demands. The party called for accountability and the resignation of the Union Education Minister.

The Economic Times · Jul 20

‘With Wangchuk gone, cops thought hope would die’: The weekend that changed the CJP protest

Thousands have turned up for the Cockroach Janta Party’s march to Parliament on Monday, filling the road from Jantar Mantar to the Tolstoy Marg–Sansad Marg intersection. Police are trying to block the march with barricades and used batons after some protesters tried to push through.

Newslaundry · Jul 20

Indian police baton-charge 'Cockroach Party' protesters marching to parliament

Armoured riot police charged demonstrators taking part in a banned march on parliament in India's capital New Delhi on Monday linked to growing anger over irregularities in major university examinations. Saurav ‌Das, a spokesperson for the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, said that two members of the movement were on their…

France 24 · Jul 20

Congress slams Centre over handling Wangchuk, exam issues; opposes Higher Education Bill

Congress leader K C Venugopal strongly criticized the central government's actions. He expressed solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike. Venugopal alleged widespread irregularities in competitive examinations, impacting students nationwide. He also voiced opposition to the proposed Higher Education Bill.

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Delhi High Court to hear today Wangchuk's wife's appeal against order on treatment at Safdarjung

The Delhi High Court will hear an appeal regarding Sonam Wangchuk's hospital treatment. His wife challenges an order refusing to interfere with his current medical care. The appeal argues the single judge misinterpreted previous court directives on monitoring Wangchuk. Authorities contend Wangchuk was taken to Safdarjung Hospital due to his…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

CJP's Saurav Das taken to Deputy Commissioner's office, says talks with government underway

Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das is engaged in discussions with the government. Thousands gathered at Jantar Mantar for a planned march despite heavy rain and security. Delhi Police stated no permission was granted for the unauthorized protest march. Prohibitory orders are in effect across the New Delhi district. Activist…

The Economic Times · Jul 20