Delhi police to withdraw FIRs against CJP protestors

Delhi police are preparing to withdraw all criminal cases filed against participants of the Cockroach Janta Party's 36-day protest at Jantar Mantar, officials said on July 25, following the group's decision to end its agitation. The move came after the central government accepted the protesters' key demands, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, which was submitted earlier that day.

The protest, which began on June 6, was initially focused on alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 medical entrance examination. It evolved into a sustained demonstration demanding Pradhan's resignation, compensation for affected families, and legal protection for peaceful protesters. A breakthrough occurred on July 25 after a third round of talks between government representatives and CJP spokespersons. Following Pradhan's departure, the government accepted the protesters' demands, prompting the CJP to call off the agitation immediately.

Officials indicated that the First Information Reports (FIRs) registered in connection with the protest would be withdrawn, though formal communication was pending. Police had registered at least 15 FIRs involving charges such as...