Parliament Monsoon Session Highlights: Lok Sabha adjourned for day, Rajya Sabha washed out amid Opposition protests; CJP delegation meets JP Nadda
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) submitted a memorandum to Health Minister JP Nadda after a meeting between government representatives and protesters on Monday.
Three key demands
Unconditional release of activist Sonam Wangchuk from hospital, with no restrictions on his movement.
Removal (resignation/dismissal) of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Rs 1 crore compensation for families of NEET aspirants who allegedly died by suicide after the paper leak.
Background of protest
CJP's agitation began on June 6 over alleged irregularities in national exams; later spread to multiple cities
Cited issues: NEET 2026 paper leak, CBSE Class 12 portal glitches, CUET exam delays, called these signs of systemic failure by the Education Ministry.
Wangchuk joined the indefinite sit-in on June 20 and began a hunger strike on June 28 after demands went unanswered.
Nadda's statement
Talks proposal came from protesters' side; discussions started 11.50 am.
Meeting was cordial; detailed verbal discussion held first.
Written petition submitted to him around 4 pm.
He appealed to protesters to end the sit-in and help restore normalcy.
Other allegations: CJP accused Delhi Police of excessive force against peaceful protesters and urged restraint from authorities.
CJP's response after meeting
Said the minister listened with empathy in a cordial atmosphere.
Expressed confidence government will consider their demands.
Appealed to supporters to stay peaceful while awaiting a response.
"Today, for the first time, a proposal for dialogue with the government came from the protesters' side, and our discussions have been ongoing since 11.50 am. The meeting took place in a cordial atmosphere. There was detailed oral discussion first with their delegation, and around 4 pm they gave me a written petition. I requested all the protesters to end their sit-in and help the administration restore normalcy," said JP Nadda.
CJP delegation meets JP Nadda, submits its demands
The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day following repeated disruptions by Opposition members during the Monsoon Session
Opposition MPs raised slogans and staged protests over the NEET paper leak controversy and the alleged theft of donations from the Ram Temple
Continuous disruptions prevented the House from taking up scheduled business, leading to multiple adjournments before proceedings were called off
In the Rajya Sabha, the first day of the Monsoon Session was completely washed out amid persistent protests by Opposition parties
Opposition leaders demanded an immediate discussion on examination paper leaks, with a particular focus on the NEET controversy
The repeated protests in both Houses brought parliamentary proceedings to a standstill on the opening day of the Monsoon Session
#WATCH | Delhi: Moment when the founding president of the Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke, ended his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar pic.twitter.com/na3njYX0ZX
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2026
Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav, along with other party leaders, is marching towards Jantar Mantar to extend support to protesters from the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).
Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, Kharge thanked the Chair for allowing him to raise the paper leak and NEET exam scam issue. He called it an extremely serious matter directly tied to students' futures, saying lakhs of students' futures are at stake.
He said thousands of students have gathered at Jantar Mantar over the issue, where a lathi-charge took place. He alleged the government is using force to suppress their voices and remove the protesters.
#WATCH | Delhi: Rajya Sabha adjourned to meet again at 12 Noon today.
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2026
Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge says, "You have allowed me to present my views regarding this paper leak and the NEET examination scandal. This is a matter concerning students; I am… pic.twitter.com/2bRWp771zI
Kharge raises NEET paper leak in Rajya Sabha
Mallikarjun Kharge raised the NEET paper leak issue on the first day of the Monsoon Session. He said students gathered at Jantar Mantar to protest, but their voices were suppressed and the government used a lathi-charge against them.
Rajya Sabha adjourned
Following the uproar over the issue, proceedings in the Rajya Sabha were adjourned.
Lok Sabha runs only 12 minutes
Opposition MPs created an uproar in the Lok Sabha as well. The House could function for just 12 minutes before Speaker Om Birla adjourned proceedings until 12 pm.
Opposition demands discussion on key issues
Opposition leaders demanded a discussion on the NEET-UG paper leak and the theft of offerings (chadhava) at the Ram Temple, among other issues. Several MPs arrived carrying posters and banners.
PM Modi addresses media before Session
Earlier, PM Modi addressed the media for 15 minutes at Parliament's Hans Dwar. He said: "Whether it's the monsoon or the Monsoon Session, if both are proactive, they become highly productive." He called for discussions in Parliament to be backed by reasoned argument.
Some segments from media have mentioned sporadic use of violence/detentions at Jantar Mantar by Delhi Police.
— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) July 20, 2026
It is informed that no such incident has taken place and protest is being handled professionally. All are requested not to fall pray to any rumour/ misgivings, and, to…
Heavy rains and massive security, but nothing will stop the cockroaches today! #chalosansad pic.twitter.com/xWEIYT7zjx
— Cockroach is Back (@Cockroachisback) July 20, 2026
Protest inside Mandi House Metro station.
— Cockroach Janta Party (@CJP_for_India) July 20, 2026
Heavy crowds at Mandi House Metro station,
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PTC Web Desk: The first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament witnessed high drama in the national capital as supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) clashed with the Delhi Police during the party's proposed 'Chalo Sansad' march on Monday.
Thousands of protesters gathered to demand action over the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and sought the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. As crowds attempted to move towards Parliament despite restrictions, the Delhi Police intervened and used lathi charge to disperse sections of the protesters.
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Ahead of the protest, the Delhi Police had refused permission for the march and imposed prohibitory orders in key areas of the city. Authorities had already warned that action would be taken against anyone participating in an unauthorised gathering.
To prevent further escalation, mobile internet services were suspended in parts of Central Delhi. Security was also stepped up around Parliament and other sensitive locations.
As a precautionary measure, Delhi Metro temporarily closed five stations near the Parliament area. Rajiv Chowk, Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat and Seva Teerth stations remained shut until further instructions from security agencies.
Despite the clashes, the Cockroach Janta Party urged its supporters to remain peaceful. In a message shared on social media, the party appealed to protesters not to react to restrictions and asked them to continue their agitation peacefully, saying the movement would succeed only through non-violence.
The protest centres around alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, particularly the NEET medical entrance test. Demonstrators are demanding accountability for the reported paper leak controversy and reforms in the examination system.
The party is also pressing for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the issue.
The CJP was launched in May by Abhijeet Dipke as a satirical digital movement after remarks made by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant referring to "parasites" and "cockroaches" sparked widespread discussion online.
The campaign quickly gained traction on social media, attracting support from opposition leaders, activists, artists and several public figures.
Dipke, who had been living in the United States, returned to India in June to lead protests demanding reforms in the country's examination system.
Education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk later joined the campaign and began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on June 28.
Last week, the police shifted Wangchuk to a hospital after citing concerns over his health. In a handwritten note released from the hospital on Monday, Wangchuk said he would end his fast only if the government accepted responsibility for the alleged examination failures or if Members of Parliament and leaders from different political parties assured him that the issue would be raised during the Monsoon Session.
Stay tuned for the latest LIVE updates from the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
- With inputs from agencies
