What are the main demands of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) regarding the Chief Election Commissioner?

The CJP demands the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, the freezing of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, and a transparent process for appointing the next Election Commissioner.

Why is the CJP protesting on October 2, and what issues is it addressing?

The CJP is protesting on October 2 to address alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and to raise concerns about the credibility of the Election Commission of India, following reports of internal dissent within the commission.

How is the CJP planning to conduct its nationwide protest movement?

The CJP plans to start its protest with a rally in Mumbai on October 2, followed by demonstrations in various locations across the country, culminating in a significant sit-in at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

Ahead of Oct 2 protest, CJP's Abhijeet Dipke detained briefly in Mumbai after being spotted with placards near Marine Drive

The CJP is holding a protest in Mumbai on October 2, seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar.

Updated on: Oct 1, 2026, 22:59:25 IST

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Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), was briefly detained by Mumbai Police after he was allegedly spotted with placards near Marine Drive on Thursday, news agency PTI reported.

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke in Mumbai on Thursday. (ANI)

Dipke's detention comes ahead of the CJP's protest in Mumbai on October 2, 2026, seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The CJP announced the protest after a report emerged about alleged differences within the Election Commission of India (ECI).

The CJP, a youth-led satirical movement, has put forward three demands, which include Gyanesh Kumar's resignation and initiation of criminal proceedings against, pause on the SIR and restoration of the January 2025 voter list and repealing of the 2023 law and reform the Election Commission.

Meanwhile, Mumbai Police has denied permission to the CJP to hold its protest at Shivaji Park in Mumbai. However, the CJP has said it will proceed with the demonstration despite the lack of permission.

Mumbai Police said it was “not empowered to grant permission” for gatherings at Shivaji Park in accordance with a 2013 Bombay High Court order. The police have also cited rules governing gatherings, traffic and noise concerns.

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