Pakistan Responds to CJP Protest for the First Time, Distances Itself from India’s Political Row

New Delhi: The echo of the student movement of CJP (Cockroach Janata Party) which started from Jantar Mantar in Delhi has now reached the neighbouring countries. For the first time, reaction has come from Pakistan on the ongoing protests regarding NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. However, Pakistan refrained from commenting on this entire incident and called it an internal matter of India. On the other hand, the movement is still going on in India and the protesters are adamant on demanding accountability in the education system.

What did Pakistan say?

During the weekly press briefing in Islamabad, Pakistan Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi was asked about the ongoing CJP movement in India and the developments related to it. In response, he clearly said that this is completely a domestic matter of India and Pakistan will not make any official comment on it. With this statement Pakistan tried to distance itself from this controversy.

Why did this statement become a topic of discussion in India?

Pakistan's reaction has come at a time when the CJP movement in Delhi continues to be in the national headlines. In recent times, there has been debate over the sharing of material related to the movement by some political leaders and Pakistan-based accounts on social media. Delhi Police has claimed that action was taken against hundreds of Pakistan-based social media handles trying to spread misleading content. In such an environment, Pakistan's 'no comment' stance also became a topic of discussion.

What is the main demand of CJP movement?

CJP and its associated student organisations are demanding a fair investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak issue, comprehensive reforms in the examination system and fixing accountability. The protesters say that in this matter related to the future of lakhs of students, not only should an investigation be done, but concrete action should also be taken against the responsible officials. During the movement, the demand for resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is also being continuously raised.

What changed after Sonam Wangchuk's fast ended?

Climate and education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk ends her 26-day long fast after talks with the government. The government assured the taking forward of the process of examination reforms, strict legal action and dialogue. However, the CJP leadership made it clear that the end of Wangchuk's fast does not mean the end of the movement. The organisation says that the peaceful protest will continue until a concrete decision is taken on their major demands.

In which direction can the movement go next?

Experts believe that this movement is no longer limited to just one examination. Issues like transparent recruitment process, credibility of the examination system and government accountability have become prominent among the youth. While the government is announcing reform measures, the protesters are demanding to see these announcements implemented on the ground. In such a situation, the talks between the central government and the agitators in the coming days can decide the direction of this entire incident.