Bengaluru: Actor and activist Prakash Raj is set to participate in a protest organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on Sunday.
The demonstration aims to highlight alleged irregularities in the country’s education system and demand greater accountability from the government.
Prakash Raj backs peaceful demonstration
The actor confirmed his participation through a post on social media, expressing support for the campaign and urging citizens to join the protest.
“I am travelling to reach Bengaluru to support this relevant peaceful protest. Please join us to raise our voice and make the government accountable for its failure,” Raj said in a post on X.
The announcement was also shared by the Cockroach Janta Party, which described Raj’s participation as a significant boost to the movement.
Protest focuses on education concerns
The CJP has been conducting demonstrations across various cities, raising concerns over alleged examination irregularities and broader issues affecting the education sector.
The organisation has been demanding accountability from authorities and has called for reforms to improve transparency and fairness in educational processes.
According to organisers, the Bengaluru protest at Freedom Park is expected to attract students, activists, education campaigners and members of civil society.
Similar demonstrations held in other cities
The party also organised a protest in Hyderabad on Sunday, where demonstrators demanded the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over allegations related to the NEET paper leak and concerns surrounding the CBSE on-screen marking system.
Protesters gathered at Dharna Chowk and raised slogans seeking justice and reforms in the education system.
Organisers claimed that participants expressed dissatisfaction with the handling of examination-related issues and called for stronger safeguards to protect students’ interests.
Sonam Wangchuk expected to address gathering
Education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk is also expected to address the gathering, according to information shared on social media.
His participation is likely to draw additional attention to the concerns being raised by protesters regarding educational governance and examination processes.
Permission granted for protest
Police officials confirmed that permission had been granted for the demonstration to take place within the stipulated time frame.
Authorities said security arrangements were in place to ensure the event remained peaceful and that normal public movement around the area was not disrupted.
Freedom Park has historically served as one of Bengaluru’s primary venues for public demonstrations, protests and civic campaigns.
Call for accountability
Supporters of the protest argue that students deserve a transparent and reliable education system free from irregularities. Organisers say their objective is to amplify public concerns and push for reforms through peaceful democratic means.
With Prakash Raj joining the event, the protest is expected to attract wider public attention and spark further discussion on education-related issues across the country.
Conclusion
The Bengaluru protest organised by the Cockroach Janta Party is part of a broader campaign seeking accountability and reforms in the education sector. The participation of Prakash Raj and other activists is likely to increase visibility for the movement and its demands.