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Cockroach Janata Party Calls for Massive Youth Mobilisation Ahead of Planned October 10 Protest
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Core Event – Planned Protest and Anticipated Arrests
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) announced a nationwide mobilisation for October 10, urging young Indians to gather in Delhi and other cities. Party leaders say the government intends to arrest CJP activists—including founder Abhijeet Dipke, secretary Saurav Das and leader Ashutosh Ranka—under the National Security Act before that date. The party says its members have been prepared to face detention since June 6 and will continue the protest regardless of any arrests.
Background & Context – SIR Controversy and Calls for Resignation
The mobilisation follows a dispute over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Critics allege irregularities in the SIR process and have demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) has staged marches toward Jantar Mantar, accusing the BJP-led government of shielding the commissioner.
Data & Statistics – Detentions, Injuries, and Legal Actions
- Police sources reported roughly 110 people were detained during a recent Delhi protest linked to the SIR row.
- About 15 Delhi Police personnel sustained injuries, including several women officers who were bitten during the clash.
- In Mumbai, police registered an FIR against organisers of a CJP protest held on October 2 at Shivaji Park, naming 400-500 unidentified individuals and charging them under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and the Maharashtra Police Act. No arrests have been made, and a further probe is underway.
Official Statements & Responses – Party Leaders and IYC Voices
CJP leader Ashutosh Ranka reiterated that the group will not be deterred, describing the government’s actions as “dictatorial.” Secretary Saurav Das warned that any attempt to suppress the movement would only strengthen it. Founder Abhijeet Dipke condemned the Delhi Police crackdown as “shameful” and argued that intimidation cannot crush democratic dissent.
IYC National President Uday Bhanu Chib criticised the police for blocking demonstrators from reaching Jantar Mantar and accused the government of protecting the commissioner. IYC National Secretary Roshani Jaiswal claimed the administration is using every tactic to save the commissioner, while IYC Legal Team Coordinator Chitwan Godara demanded Kumar’s resignation.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The government is planning on arresting me, Abhijeet, Ashutosh, Ratna and other Cockroach Janta Party leaders. If the government thinks that such dictatorial actions will work, then they are mistakened! The young generation has awakened,” — Saurav Das, CJP secretary
- “Multiple sources have reached out informing that @abhijeet_dipke @SauravDassss and I will be arrested anytime before 10th under NSA/other equivalent provisions. All three of us have been ready to go to Jail since June 6. There is no fear about it,” — Ashutosh Ranka
- “Delhi Police must stop its crackdown on protesting students and activists,” — Abhijeet Dipke, founder
What's Next – Upcoming Demonstration and Potential Legal Measures
The CJP has called on citizens to assemble for the “biggest mobilisation” on October 10, urging participants to march toward Jantar Mantar despite anticipated police resistance. Authorities have indicated that legal action under the National Security Act remains a possibility, and the Mumbai FIR suggests additional investigations may follow. The outcome of the October 10 gathering will shape the next phase of the dispute over the SIR exercise and the demand for the chief election commissioner’s resignation.