Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday said he has been diagnosed with typhoid but asserted that his illness would not affect the party's ongoing nationwide agitation demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak. In a video message posted on X, Dipke reaffirmed his commitment to the movement, stating that the protests would continue until their primary demand is met. "I have been diagnosed with typhoid, but the fight will go on until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns," he said.
Addressing supporters, Dipke thanked thousands of CJP workers and volunteers who participated in demonstrations across the country. He praised protesters for maintaining peace during the agitation and said the movement had become a success because of their discipline and determination. "I really want to thank all the cockroaches protesting peacefully nationwide, and congratulations to all for making this movement a success," he said in the video message.
The statement comes a day after social activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike, a development that Dipke welcomed while making it clear that CJP's protest campaign would continue. Speaking to reporters on Friday, he expressed relief over Wangchuk's improving health, calling his life "extremely precious" for the country. However, Dipke reiterated that the party would not withdraw its agitation until Dharmendra Pradhan steps down from his position.
He also maintained the party's stand on talks with the Centre, insisting that any negotiations should be held at a neutral venue. According to Dipke, the CJP remains firm on its demand for accountability over alleged examination irregularities and believes the Education Minister's resignation is essential. "Our demonstration will go on until Dharmendra Pradhan steps down. Any meeting must take place at a neutral location or venue. Nothing less than the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan will be accepted," he said.
Meanwhile, authorities have significantly tightened security arrangements across the national capital in anticipation of larger crowds over the weekend. Delhi Police has installed additional layers of iron barricades at key locations, particularly around Jantar Mantar and other sensitive areas in the New Delhi district, to regulate movement and prevent any breach of security.
Officials said the barricades have been reinforced with heavy-duty chains as a precautionary measure following the recent protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party. Police are expecting an increased turnout of demonstrators over the weekend as the agitation continues to gather momentum.
The ongoing protests, centred on demands for reforms in the examination system and accountability over the alleged NEET paper leak, have become one of the most prominent opposition-led movements in recent weeks. Despite his illness, Dipke's latest message signals that the CJP leadership intends to sustain the nationwide campaign until its key demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is addressed.
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