Hundreds of government job aspirants gathered at Jantar Mantar on Saturday as the Collective of Job Aspirants (CJP) held a protest over recruitment-related issues and concerns surrounding the education system, with participants raising slogans against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.By around 1:40 pm, the crowd had begun swelling steadily, with protesters continuing to arrive at the venue. Organisers claimed that nearly 2,000 people had gathered at the protest site. Roads leading to Jantar Mantar witnessed a steady flow of aspirants walking towards the venue as the demonstration gained momentum through the afternoon.Campaign highlightsJune 20, 2026 2:56 pmThe protest forms part of CJP’s ongoing campaign highlighting issues faced by government job aspirants, including recruitment delays, vacancies, and concerns related to the education sector. Organisers indicated that they would continue pressing their demands before the government in the coming weeks.“Go Pradhan Go”June 20, 2026 2:56 pmThe stage programme featured speeches, poetry, and songs centred on education and employment issues. Protesters carried posters and placards, many of which used memes and satire to communicate their grievances regarding the education system and recruitment processes. In one of the more provocative moments of the event, the speaker took a satirical swipe at the Union Education Minister. Referring to claims made during the Covid-19 period, he said, “We were told that vibration kills corona. Now a friend has told me there is a new virus in the education system called Dharmendra Pradhan.” The remark drew loud chants of “Go Pradhan Go” from the crowd, with protesters repeatedly raising the slogan during the gathering.Nobody misbehaves hereJune 20, 2026 2:56 pmAddressing the gathering, a CJP leader appealed to police personnel deployed at the venue to support the movement and ensure that the protest remained peaceful. “I want to request that nobody misbehaves here, and I want you to support us. We are with the nation, supporting it without a uniform. We are also fighting for your children,” he said. The speaker further claimed that police personnel at various locations had appreciated the organisation’s efforts. “At all places wherever we went, police personnel said CJP is doing really well,” he said.Heavy deployment of security personnelJune 20, 2026 2:56 pmA heavy deployment of security personnel, including Delhi Police and traffic police officials, was visible at the site. Multiple security checks were in place, with barricades erected and body scans being conducted before participants were allowed entry into the protest area.