CJP Founder Critiques PM Modi, Calls for Accountability After Protests

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), recently directed sharp criticism at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting that he might be more effective as a social media influencer than as the leader of the nation. This remark came during a press conference held in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, where Dipke returned after a month-long protest at Jantar Mantar concerning the alleged leak of the NEET examination papers. When asked about Modi's viral videos on social media, Dipke responded humorously, indicating that perhaps the Prime Minister should resign from his political role and focus on influencing the public through social media instead. His comments followed the recent resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, which was a direct result of significant student-led protests demanding accountability for the NEET paper leak incident.

In his statements, Dipke expressed concern over the ongoing harassment of student activists by the police, despite the conclusion of the protests. He alleged that law enforcement officials were visiting the homes of protesters across various states, threatening them with arrest. Dipke emphasized the need for the government to treat students with respect, recalling the violent events of July 20, when students marched to Parliament and faced police brutality. He stated, “The blood of students was spilled on the streets on July 20. It was truly unfortunate. Is it not enough that students are still being intimidated? In numerous states, police are visiting the residences of students and threatening them with arrests.” He called for accountability for those who ordered the use of pellet guns during the protests, insisting that action should be taken against anyone responsible, including high-ranking officials like Amit Shah.