Delhi HC to Hear PIL on CJP Protest as PM Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts for Paper Leak Cases

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has agreed to hear a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking an investigation into the ongoing Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, as demonstrations over the alleged NEET paper leak continue to intensify.

The hearing comes amid heightened security in the national capital, with authorities shutting down at least 16 Delhi Metro stations to manage the situation and maintain public order.

PM Modi Announces Fast-Track Courts

In a major announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Centre will establish fast-track courts to ensure swift action against those involved in examination paper leaks.

In a social media post, the Prime Minister said:

"Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth. We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared."

The announcement is part of the government's response to growing nationwide concerns over examination integrity.

CJP Rejects Government's Response

Despite the announcement, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) maintained that its key demand remains unchanged.

CJP spokesperson Saurav Das described the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan as "non-negotiable," stating that the protest would continue until the demand is fulfilled.

Another CJP spokesperson, Ashutosh Ranka, reacted to the Prime Minister's announcement by saying that while fast-track courts may help punish offenders, the government must address the root cause of repeated examination paper leaks.

Sonam Wangchuk's Stand

Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been leading the movement through an indefinite hunger strike, said he is willing to end his fast if the Centre gives a clear assurance that no punitive or retaliatory action will be taken against students and young people who participated in the protests.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke also appealed to supporters to maintain peace, stating that the strength of the movement lies in non-violence despite recent clashes and police action.

Police Register 10 FIRs

Delhi Police have registered 10 FIRs against unidentified individuals in connection with the July 20 "Chalo Sansad" protest and related incidents.

According to police, the cases have been registered across multiple police stations, including:

•Sansad Marg Police Station – 4 FIRs

•Connaught Place Police Station – 3 FIRs

•Mandir Marg Police Station – 1 FIR

•Kartavya Path Police Station – 1 FIR

•Barakhamba Road Police Station – 1 FIR

Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as protests remain ongoing in the national capital.