New Delhi: The Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike began on Sunday at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. The Ladakh-based social activist launched an indefinite fast in support of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which is protesting over the alleged NEET paper leak and alleged irregularities related to CBSE.
Meanwhile, the protest entered its ninth day. CJP has been demonstrating since June 20. The group is demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Sonam Wangchuk Joins the Protest
The Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike attracted a large number of students and social activists.
Soon after he began the fast, protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar. In addition, several farmer leaders joined the demonstration and extended their support.
The gathering highlighted growing concerns over the alleged irregularities in the examination system.
CJP Continues Protest Against Alleged Irregularities
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has continued its protest since June 20.
According to the organisers, the movement seeks accountability for the alleged NEET paper leak and alleged CBSE-related irregularities. Therefore, the party has demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The protest reached its ninth day on Sunday.
Education Transparency Becomes the Main Demand
During the protest, CJP founder Abhijit Deepke said the issue extends beyond a single examination.
Instead, he argued that the matter concerns transparency in the education system and public trust. Furthermore, he called for accountability for the alleged irregularities in the examination process.
He urged the authorities to ensure fairness in future examinations.
Tribute at Rajghat Before Hunger Strike
Before launching the Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike, Wangchuk and Abhijit Deepke visited Rajghat.
They paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi before reaching Jantar Mantar. Afterward, they appealed to students, farmers and social organisations to join the movement.
They also encouraged citizens to raise their voices against the alleged irregularities in the education system.
Conclusion
The Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike has added momentum to the ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar. The demonstration focuses on the alleged NEET paper leak and alleged CBSE irregularities.
However, the allegations remain part of the protesters’ claims. The authorities have yet to announce any decision regarding the demands. Meanwhile, the protest continues to draw support from students, activists and farmer groups.
Key Points of the news:
- Sonam Wangchuk started an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.
- He extended support to the CJP protest over the alleged NEET paper leak.
- CJP has demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- Students, social activists and farmer leaders joined the protest.
- The protesters called for transparency and accountability in the education system.
