Delhi Police said it identified and blocked around 480 Pakistan-based social media accounts accused of spreading fake posts during the NEET protest. The force urged students at the CJP-led Jantar Mantar demonstration to verify online claims and avoid edited videos, rumours and anonymous accounts.
NEET Protest Draws Wider Attention
Thousands of students and supporters of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party have been demonstrating in New Delhi over alleged examination irregularities and paper leaks. Protesters have demanded accountability within the education system and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
The demonstration has emerged as a broader youth movement focused on examination security, employment concerns and institutional accountability. Protesters have continued gathering at Jantar Mantar despite restrictions and clashes during earlier marches towards Parliament. Independent reporting confirms that the movement has attracted substantial participation and political attention.
NEET-UG is the national entrance examination used for admission to undergraduate medical courses across India. The National Testing Agency conducts the examination under the framework governing medical admissions.
Fake Posts Prompt Police Warning
In a video statement released during the protest, Delhi Police alleged that around 480 social media handles linked to Pakistan had participated in a coordinated misinformation campaign. Police said the accounts circulated misleading claims, edited videos and rumours designed to exploit tensions surrounding the student agitation.
The police described the activity as an attempt to provoke the public and distract students from their stated demands. It advised demonstrators and their families to rely on verified government announcements, established institutional accounts and clearly identifiable sources before sharing protest-related content.
The 480-handle figure remains a claim made by Delhi Police. The force had not publicly released a complete list of the accounts, the evidence used to establish their origin or details of the platforms on which every account was blocked at the time of publication.
CJP Stir Continues at Jantar Mantar
The CJP protest has focused on alleged failures in competitive examinations, including the reported NEET-UG paper leak. Demonstrators have called for stronger safeguards, transparent investigations and responsibility at the highest levels of the Education Ministry.
The movement began as a satirical youth campaign but developed into a significant public protest. Its supporters include students, professionals and families affected by examination delays and alleged irregularities. Protest activities have also spread beyond Delhi, increasing pressure on the government to present a clear response.
Delhi Police said some of the flagged accounts had previously circulated content during Operation Sindoor. However, the statement did not explain whether authorities had opened criminal cases against the operators or requested further action from social media companies.
Pakistan Responds to Protest Questions
During a weekly briefing, Pakistan’s Foreign Office declined to comment directly on the CJP protest and described it as an internal matter for India. The response avoided endorsing the demonstrations or addressing the allegations concerning Pakistan-based social media accounts.
The contrasting statements highlight two separate issues: the students’ demands over examination accountability and the police allegation of foreign-linked online manipulation. Treating every critical post as foreign misinformation would be irresponsible, but sharing unverified videos and anonymous claims can also distort a legitimate protest.
