India’s ‘Cockroach’ leaders hold talks with gov’t as protests continue
The youth-led Cockroach Janta Party is holding talks with the Indian government regarding demands for the Education Minister's resignation following an exam paper leak scandal. Despite the negotiations, the group has vowed to continue nationwide protests until their specific conditions are met.
Why it matters
The ongoing unrest highlights significant political pressure on the Modi administration regarding educational integrity and youth unemployment concerns.
Cockroach Janta Party protesters have stressed their demonstrations will continue until their demands have been met.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters gather in New Delhi on July 24, 2026 during the ongoing protest to demand the resignation of India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan [AFP] By Al Jazeera Staff and Reuters Published On 24 Jul 2026 24 Jul 2026 Leaders of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have held talks with India’s government to try and resolve a face-off over national examination paper leaks, although they will not halt nationwide protests , a spokesperson for the group says.
The talks between two senior government ministers and two leaders of the self-named CJP in New Delhi on Friday came hours after activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike overnight.
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