Will Today Break The Deadlock? CJP, Centre Set For Crucial Third Round Of Talks
After a day marked by high-stakes negotiations, nationwide protests and major political developments, all eyes are on Delhi as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) enters what could be a decisive day in its agitation over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
Today, July 25, the CJP is expected to hold a crucial third round of talks with the Centre after two rounds of discussions with Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh yielded no breakthrough on its key demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, which the party has termed "non-negotiable."
The protests gathered momentum on Friday as CJP held peaceful demonstrations across the country under its "One District, One Day, One Demand" campaign while continuing negotiations with the government at Delhi's Constitution Club. The Centre is learnt to have shown willingness to consider some of the protesters' demands, including compensation for affected aspirants' families and the withdrawal of FIRs against peaceful demonstrators, but reports suggest Pradhan's resignation is still not under consideration.
Rejecting allegations that he had struck a "deal" with the Centre, Wangchuk said he called off the fast only after receiving written assurances and out of concern that students could face a crackdown similar to the violence witnessed in Ladakh last year. His message came as political leaders continued to rally behind the protesters and security remained tight across central Delhi.
Adding another twist to the movement, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has claimed that he has been diagnosed with typhoid even as the organisation prepares for today's crucial negotiations.
It is, however, unclear how intent his participation would be in the coming days of the protest given his medical condition.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans to establish fast-track courts for paper leak cases, thanked young people for their feedback on social media, and, according to news reports, urged his Cabinet colleagues to engage with the youth through Instagram Reels and interactive sessions.
As anticipation builds over today's talks, another development has emerged from the national capital. According to sources, Delhi Police's Facial Recognition System (FRS) identified around 400 people with criminal records moving in and around the Jantar Mantar protest site between July 20 and July 24, a claim that is likely to add another dimension to the ongoing debate surrounding the protests.
Will today's meeting finally break the deadlock, or will the agitation intensify further? Stay tuned on this live blog as we bring you every major development, minute by minute.
Safdarjung Hospital Clarifies Wangchuk Video Timeline
Safdarjung Hospital has clarified that the video of activist Sonam Wangchuk, released today, was allegedly recorded by his aides on July 21 inside a no-videography zone before the hospital received the Delhi High Court's written order. The hospital said Wangchuk had wanted to leave based on media reports and was formally handed over to the Medanta Gurugram medical team at 6:40 pm the same day after receiving the court's order.
'Yes or No': CJP Seeks Clear Answer On Pradhan's Resignation Ahead Of Talks
Ahead of the third round of talks with the Centre, the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on Saturday demanded a clear "yes or no" on whether the government will seek Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the group also wants written confirmation on the two demands that have received in-principle approval before today's meeting, expected between 3:30 pm and 4 pm.
CJP Leader Abhijeet Dipke Diagnosed With Typhoid Amid NEET Paper Leak Protest In Delhi: Know About His Health Condition
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has revealed he is undergoing treatment for typhoid amid the ongoing NEET paper leak protests. Sharing a video message, he said he is receiving IV drips but remains committed to the movement demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Typhoid is a bacterial infection that requires prompt antibiotic treatment to prevent serious complications.
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Morning visuals from Jantar Mantar, where the Cockroach Janta Party's protest is underway
'Protests Won't End Without Pradhan's Exit': CJP
The Cockroach Janta Party has rejected Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent vertical video appeal urging students to end the protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. Reiterating the movement's core demand, the supporter said the agitation will continue until Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns, insisting the ongoing protests are about accountability and justice for millions of affected students.
