Ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar on June 20, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raising concerns over student suicides linked to examination-related controversies and demanding stronger accountability within the education system.
In his letter, Dipke urged the government to provide compensation of Rs 1 crore to the families of students who allegedly died by suicide amid uncertainty surrounding examinations and alleged paper leak incidents. He claimed that 11 students had died in recent weeks, including five within the last 48 hours, and argued that confusion over possible re-examinations had intensified stress among students.
Dipke stated that many affected families had invested significant savings and taken loans to support their children’s education. According to him, the loss of a child has left these families emotionally devastated and financially vulnerable. He called on the government to offer financial assistance as a measure of support during their hardship.
The CJP founder also renewed his demand for the removal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, accusing the education system of failing students and arguing that accountability is necessary to restore public trust. He said students across the country have been seeking answers regarding examination irregularities and recruitment test controversies.
According to Dipke, holding senior officials accountable would send a strong message that concerns about student welfare are being taken seriously. He warned that a lack of action could further erode confidence among students and parents.
In addition to compensation and administrative accountability, Dipke called for long-term reforms aimed at improving student welfare, reducing academic stress, and preventing future tragedies. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing mental health and creating safeguards within the education system.
The June 20 demonstration will mark CJP’s second major protest at Jantar Mantar this month. Following an earlier gathering on June 6, the organization expanded its campaign to multiple cities, focusing on examination-related controversies, alleged paper leaks, and demands for greater transparency and accountability in the education sector.
