Live: CJP to hold discussions with government at Constitution Club amid Jantar Mantar protest

Condemning the limitations placed by Delhi University on protests, Rahul Gandhi questioned how they could threaten student groups for claiming their democratic rights. He warned that when the moment arrives, the administration will be held answerable for these actions.

An image showing the development from the site of protest, captured on July 24, 2026, at 11:28:06 AM. Image captured by: Suruchi Kumari

CJP representative Sourav Das questioned the narrative that they are receiving foreign funding, asking why the government is holding discussions with Sonam Wangchuk and their group if that were the case. He noted that PILs are being submitted to the courts to stop their campaign, including demands for an NIA investigation. Das appealed to the nation's judges not to allow their rulings to be politicised or exploited for political motives. He urged the judiciary to stand with the future of the country—the students who have been protesting on the streets for days—and to choose the right side of history. - Suruchi Kumari

Abhijeet Dipke demanded that the law enforcement agencies retract all legal cases filed against the students who participated in the march towards Parliament on July 20. Responding to an inquiry, he confirmed that the agitation would persist. Mr. Dipke emphasized that the entire nation is now standing with them and they will not back down until the resignation is submitted. - Suruchi Kumari

CJP's founding member Abhijeet Dipke remarked on Friday, July 24, 2026, that they are pleased that Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day fast, expressing gratitude for his support. He added that the demonstrations have spread across multiple states, making the campaign larger than ever. He reiterated that Dharmendra Pradhan has to resign, and the nation's young generation will not relent until that happens. - Suruchi Kumari

Sourav Das, representing CJP, announced the launch of an online portal where demonstrators can help pinpoint the police officers who assaulted and injured them during the July 20 march. He asserted that they will single out every official who resorted to violence and will demand that FIRs be registered against them. Das added that they would approach the judiciary if the Delhi Police declines to register these complaints, noting they have the backing of legal professionals nationwide. - Suruchi Kumari

During a media briefing, Saurav Das shared that he and Ashutosh have been invited to a discussion with J.P. Nadda and Jitendra Singh at 12:30 PM. He explained that following their initial discussion, they had put forward two demands, which were non-negotiable. He stated that the talks are set to happen at a neutral venue rather than at any official residence or workspace, and they received confirmation yesterday that the interaction will occur at the Constitution Club. - Suruchi Kumari

The issue of internet restrictions near Jantar Mantar has been taken to the Delhi High Court. After the matter was brought up, the HC consented to conduct an expedited hearing of the PIL on Friday, July 24, 2026. - Rocky Soibam

Ashutosh Ranka, representing CJP, stated that they wish to emphasize that the agitation at Jantar Mantar will persist until Dharmendra Pradhan steps down from his position. - ANI

CJP's founder Abhijeet Dipke stated on Friday that despite experiencing physical weakness from a fever, the campaign must persist. He added that their non-violent demonstration at Jantar Mantar will go on until Dharmendra Pradhan steps down.

Following the countrywide CJP demonstrations organized by students, law enforcement authorities in districts like Patna, Begusarai, Darbhanga, Katihar, Jehanabad, and Arwal have been put on strict alert. Officers are also carrying out searches in student residential hostels, lodges, and local hotels. - Amarnath Tewary

In a social media post on X, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge called upon PM Modi on Friday, July 24, 2026, demanding the removal of Dharmendra Pradhan before entering Parliament today. He insisted that the Prime Minister must first offer an apology to the student community and initiate severe actions against those responsible for ordering force, such as lathis and pellet guns, to quieten their demands. Only after these steps, he noted, would they be prepared to engage in a comprehensive debate regarding the education sector.

Even after more than twenty years since the 2003 CAT question paper leak, a pair of CBI cases registered against Ranjit Singh, also known as Ranjit "Don"—who has been labeled as part of the "education mafia" by certain news outlets—are still unresolved in Delhi and Patna judiciaries. While the trial is currently active in the Patna court, the second case has not yet reached the trial phase.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, handling communications, observed on Friday, July 24, 2026, that an apparently stressed Prime Minister finally spoke out on the paper leaks via a late-night video after keeping quiet for two months. He highlighted that the administration had consistently refused to admit any leak in the NEET-UG 2026 examination. Ramesh remarked that the minister intentionally avoided using the word 'leak' during his media briefing, and the Education Ministry had formally assured the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education that no leak took place. He stated that it was solely the widespread public resentment over these months that forced the Prime Minister to acknowledge the reality.

The DMRC has shut down operations at 17 metro stations beginning at 7:30 AM on Friday, July 24, 2026, as a precautionary step. These closures, which will remain in place until further instructions, have been implemented due to increased security issues linked to the demonstrations at Jantar Mantar.

In her writings, Sonia Gandhi stated that the current administration regularly opts for forceful measures instead of constructive discussions. She pointed out that this trend is visible across various groups, from agriculturists to activists. However, she noted that the administration reached a deeper low this week by directing state-sponsored force at aspiring professionals, including future medical practitioners, engineers, educators, and administrators, instead of listening to them. She emphasized that such actions can neither be ignored nor pardoned. Additionally, she remarked that the student demonstrations are a logical result of India's current disappointing academic scenario and the authorities' refusal to show responsibility or find positive solutions.

Keeping up the pressure on the ruling administration both within legislative walls and on the streets, the opposition parties declined the proposal for a debate regarding paper leaks. They contended that no such discussion can take place unless Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan steps down first. Later, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi led representatives from the INDIA bloc in a symbolic walk to Gandhi Smriti on Tees January Marg, the site of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination, to show support for the protesting students.