New Delhi, August 3, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Monday said the organisation’s immediate focus is to strengthen its structure and regroup volunteers after the recent student-led protests, asserting that the movement’s biggest achievement was encouraging people to question the government on public issues.
In an interview with IANS, Dipke said the group would first seek feedback from its volunteers before deciding its future strategy and organisational structure.
He said the movement began with a small group of around 10 to 20 people but expanded as more individuals joined the protests. According to him, the volunteer base has now grown to more than 300 members.
Dipke said the primary objective would be to review the campaign, understand what could have been done better and identify areas for improvement before planning the next phase of action.
Reflecting on the protests, he said the key achievement was not the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan but the confidence among people to raise questions and demand accountability from those in power.
He claimed that many citizens had earlier hesitated to speak against the government due to concerns over possible legal action or other consequences. He said public participation and the ability to question authorities were essential elements of democracy.
Dipke said governments should respond when citizens raise concerns, adding that issues affecting students and the education system require attention.
Asked about the possibility of entering electoral politics, Dipke said the organisation currently intends to function as a public pressure group rather than a political party. He said movements outside electoral politics have historically played an important role in strengthening democracy.
He also described youth concerns such as unemployment and education as political issues, arguing that government policies influence everyday challenges faced by citizens.
Reiterating the organisation’s focus on education-related matters, Dipke said CJP would continue supporting students across the country and intervene wherever educational issues arise.
The comments come as the organisation seeks to consolidate support following recent student protests, with its leadership indicating that grassroots mobilisation remains its immediate priority.
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