The July 20 ‘Chalo Sansad’ march marked a major turning point in the ongoing CJP protest. Thousands of protesters marched toward Parliament demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged exam irregularities. Security forces stopped the march using barricades, tear gas and baton charges, leaving over 170 people, including protesters and police personnel, injured.
CJP Protesters VS Security Personnel
The crackdown triggered widespread public outrage. Videos circulating on social media showed protesters confronting security personnel as they left the protest site, though many such clips remain unverified. A woman critically injured during the protest has since regained consciousness and is responding to treatment, according to doctors.
Celebrities and Influencers Join in at the CJP Protest
The movement has also gained support from public figures, with actors including Shabana Azmi, Prakash Raj, and Imran Khan participating in demonstrations in Delhi and Mumbai. Opposition leaders have voiced support, while the protest’s demands have expanded beyond Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, with some groups now calling for broader political accountability.
Mumbai Police Threatens CJP Protesters with false drug case
Meanwhile, allegations that Mumbai Police threatened protesters by falsely implicating them in drug cases are based on viral social media videos. These claims have not been independently verified by credible authorities or major news organizations, so they should be treated with caution.
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A very Gen-z Protest
The protest has also become a major social media phenomenon, with many Gen Z participants documenting their experience through reels and “Get Ready With Me” (GRWM) videos, highlighting how
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digital activism is shaping the movement alongside street demonstrations.
By – Rishi Gupta
