Cockroach Janta Party claims mobile internet blocked near Parliament amid protest
Internet Shutdown Alleged During Delhi Parliament March
- Protesters allege internet disruption near Parliament
- Police used batons and tear gas to disperse crowds
- Delhi Police maintained restrictions on unauthorized demonstrations
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has alleged that mobile internet services were temporarily suspended around India's Parliament complex during Monday's protest march, claiming the move was intended to prevent photos, videos and updates from spreading rapidly on social media. The allegation has not been independently verified, and Delhi Police had not issued an immediate official response.
The party shared photos and videos on social media, claiming users in the area received notifications indicating internet services had been suspended. According to the party, the disruption was aimed at limiting the online circulation of protest-related content.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered near Jantar Mantar before attempting to march toward Parliament. Police blocked their advance, while witnesses reported baton charges, tear gas and the detention of several protesters. Security was significantly reinforced around Parliament as the monsoon session began.
Earlier, on July 19, Delhi Police announced via X (formerly Twitter) that demonstrations would only be permitted within the designated Jantar Mantar protest zone and warned of legal action against violations.
The Cockroach Janta Party, founded by Abhijit Deep in May following controversy surrounding remarks by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, gained rapid visibility across social media and claims support from opposition politicians, activists, artists and athletes.
After returning from the United States in June, Abhijit Deep began leading protests demanding reforms in India's education system over allegations of examination paper leaks and irregularities.
Rights activist Sonam Wangchuk later joined the movement and began an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on June 28. Following health complications, he was taken to hospital last Saturday.
In a handwritten message released from hospital on Monday, Wangchuk said he would continue his hunger strike until the government accepts responsibility for alleged failures in the education system or lawmakers commit to raising the issue in Parliament.
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