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IN PHOTOS: Police, protesters clash at Jantar Mantar during CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' march
Updated On: 20 July, 2026 12:51 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad
Tension gripped Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Monday as hundreds of protesters attempted to begin the 'Chalo Sansad' march, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak. Clashes broke out after demonstrators tried to cross police barricades, prompting security personnel to stop them. (Pics/PTI)


Visuals from the protest site showed hundreds of students and young demonstrators carrying flags and raising slogans against the Centre. Several protesters attempted to push past barricades, but police repeatedly forced them back to maintain law and order

Police personnel were deployed in large numbers at Jantar Mantar, while a riot control vehicle was also stationed at the protest site as authorities tightened security ahead of the planned march

Several students gathered near Mandi House Metro Station before marching towards Jantar Mantar, raising slogans over the alleged examination irregularities

The protest swelled as more students joined the demonstration

According to reports from the site, police used force to stop protesters from crossing security barricades, and a lathi charge was also reported during the confrontation

The situation remained tense as security personnel prevented demonstrators from moving towards restricted areas around Parliament

As a precautionary measure, Patel Chowk Metro Station was reportedly closed, while police also deployed signal jammers in and around the protest site. Several protesters claimed that mobile phone connectivity was disrupted near the venue

The agitation at Jantar Mantar has continued for more than a month, with protesters demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister over allegations surrounding the NEET paper leak

The demonstrators have accused the government of failing to ensure transparency in the examination process and have sought accountability from those responsible. With the 'Chalo Sansad' march underway, Delhi Police maintained heightened security across central Delhi to prevent protesters from entering restricted zones near Parliament.
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