Thousands brave rain and regroup at CJP protest site, day after police crackdown
Thousands of protesters gathered at the Jantar Mantar site in New Delhi on July 21, 2026, following a police crackdown that initially dispersed the crowd. The turnout grew from 200-300 in the morning to thousands by evening, with many participants citing the 'brutal' police action as their motivation to join. The protest demands the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, reflecting widespread discontent with government actions.