Wangchuk to Join Indefinite Fast at Jantar Mantar
Educationist and environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk will join the ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar from Sunday, beginning an indefinite fast to demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in examinations and the NEET paper leak controversy.
Background of the Protest
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which started as a digital satirical outfit, has been holding a sit-in at Jantar Mantar since June 20. The group has been pressing for Pradhan's resignation, citing widespread irregularities in the conduct of examinations and the leak of the NEET question paper.
CJP Founder's Appeal
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday criticized the government, stating that it was not concerned about the future of the youth. He appealed to students to raise their voices against the issue and join the protest. According to Dipke, the government's inaction has forced them to escalate their agitation.
Wangchuk's Role
Sonam Wangchuk, known for his educational reforms in Ladakh and his climate activism, will begin his indefinite fast from Sunday. His participation is expected to draw more attention to the demands of the protesters. Wangchuk has previously been involved in various social movements, including the climate change protests.
Impact and Reactions
The protest has garnered support from student groups and opposition parties, who have criticized the government's handling of the NEET paper leak. The indefinite fast by Wangchuk is likely to intensify the pressure on the government to address the issue. The CJP has vowed to continue the sit-in until Pradhan resigns.
Government Response
As of now, the Ministry of Education has not issued an official statement regarding the protest or Wangchuk's fast. The controversy surrounding the NEET paper leak has been a major point of contention, with demands for a thorough investigation and accountability.
