CJP appoints journalist, filmmaker, ex-McKinsey consultant as spokespersons

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a digital movement founded by Abhijeet Dipke, has named Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, and Ashutosh Ranka as spokespersons ahead of a planned protest in Delhi. The protest, scheduled for June 6, 2026, will demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged leaks in the NEET exam and lapses in the CBSE system. Das, an investigative journalist with expertise in legal, judicial, and social issues, will serve as the party’s chief spokesperson. He previously played a key role in anti-pollution protests at India Gate in November 2025. Dahiya, a political researcher, filmmaker, and author, has worked on content production for YouTube creators and directed films like *Dararen* and *Opri Parai*. Ranka, a former McKinsey & Company consultant and IIT Kanpur alumnus, returned to India last year and has been involved in campaigns on education and youth issues, including the NEET paper leak controversy. The appointments aim to expand CJP’s influence ahead of Dipke’s return to India on June 6. The party has gained traction on social media, particularly among students, as a platform addressing education and youth concerns. The protest will focus on systemic failures in the education sector, with demands for accountability from Pradhan and the CBSE. CJP was launched last month and has positioned itself as a voice for young Indians frustrated with the current political discourse. The group’s spokespersons bring diverse backgrounds, including journalism, filmmaking, and consulting, to strengthen its advocacy. The protest in Delhi will mark a key moment for the movement, testing its ability to mobilize public support for education reform.