CJP Protest in Delhi LIVE: Sonam Wangchuk Ends Hunger Strike, Discussions To Take Place Today

Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital in New Delhi stated that a 21-year-old female patient admitted in critical condition from a recent protest site is showing clinical improvement. She was successfully removed from the ventilator nearly 48 hours ago and is now breathing on her own, conscious, and responding appropriately to commands. Her clinical condition is currently stable, though she continues to receive comprehensive critical care under the close supervision of a multidisciplinary team.

Maharashtra Opposition leaders have expressed outrage and are demanding strict action over a viral video showing a police officer allegedly manhandling a woman protester during a demonstration in Mumbai against the NEET paper leak.

The Lok Sabha has been adjourned for the day amid a persistent demand by the opposition for the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.

The Rajya Sabha has been adjourned till 2 PM following protests by Opposition members over the NEET paper leak issue and police action against students.

Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that making excuses to avoid holding a discussion on NEET will send the wrong message to the country.

Following the lead of the University of Delhi, the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has advised all its stakeholders to avoid the Jantar Mantar protests due to security and legal concerns.

The DMRC has said that 17 Metro stations in the city will remain closed today keeping in mind the situation in the capital. These stations are:

Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg, Barakhambha Road, Supreme Court, Seva Teerth, Janpath, Mandi House, Central Secretariat, ITO, Delhi Gate, Indraprastha, Khan Market, Jor Bagh, Shivaji Stadium and Jhandewalan.

Interchange facilities will remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat.

Congress MP Imraan Masood has called out Sonam Wangchuk for making a 'deal' with the government without the presence of any students, calling it his 'personal deal' with the government.

"He is Anna (social activist Anna Hazare) part two. For 12 years, Anna has remained silent, and now Sonam Wangchuk will remain silent. You were striking a deal with the government yesterday; at the time, was any student present there? What else is there except your personal deal with the government?" he told ANI.

TMC MP Saugata Ray has said that he'd like to see the draft of the proposed bill over paper leaks before making any judgement over it. Though he also criticised the delay in the governments response.

"...What can we say until we see it? It's been so long... Why is it taking so long? Why is the government so lax in meeting the students' demands? This question will definitely arise... The main question is, when will Dharmendra Pradhan quit?" he said to ANI.

Both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha have adjourned and will meet again at 12 noon.

The Delhi High Court, on Friday, has agreed to hear a PIL filed against the government's suspension of internet services in the Central Delhi area where the protesting students have gathered.

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Pawan Khera has raised questions over newly appointed education secretary Naresh Pal Gangwar. The MP alleged that Gangwar's family received crores worth of subsidies while he was Agricultural Secretary.

"New Education Secretary Naresh Pal Gangwar's wife, mother and son collectively received over ₹1.16 crore in NHB horticulture subsidies while he served as Agriculture Secretary. That’s how deep-rooted corruption is in this government," he said.

Congress and other opposition MPs have gathered in the Parliament complex to demand the removal of education minister Dhamendra Pradhan.

Cockroach Janta Party National Spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has said that the CJP will host a press conference at 11 AM before their scheduled meeting with JP Nadda at 12:30 PM.

"At 1230 pm, there is a meeting with JP Nadda ji in CCI. Before that, we will hold a press conference at 11 am," he said to reporters.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has urged the Prime Minister to give a statement in Parliament and apologise for the police excesses during the protests.

"First, apologize to the students and take strict action against those who ordered the use of lathis, batons, and Pellet Guns to suppress the students’ voices," he said.

The Cockroach Janta Party has expressed relief over Sonam Wanghcuk breaking his fast but have confirmed that the peaceful protests will go on until Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.

According to ANI, opposition MPs are once again planning to protest at the Makar Dwar of the Parliament at 10:30 AM over students issues before day 5 of the monsoon session commences. This comes after a wave of protests and counter protests from both the opposition and the government yesterday at the same venue.