CJP Protest Live Updates: DMK Backs Demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation; Dhruv Rathee Detained
DMK backs CJP’s demand for CEC’s resignation
DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan on Saturday supported the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign. Elangovan accused the poll body of manipulating elections and alleged that the Election Commission had become a “wing” of the BJP.
CJP accuses government of using ‘shock and awe’ tactics
The Cockroach Janta Party accused the government of employing “shock and awe” tactics to intimidate citizens ahead of its planned protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. In a post on X, the party said people would no longer be afraid and invoked Mahatma Gandhi, BR Ambedkar and Jawaharlal Nehru in connection with the constitutional right to vote. It reiterated its demand for Kumar’s resignation, using the slogan, “Gyaanu gaddar must resign!”
Bhupesh Baghel slams restrictions, accuses government of fear
Senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel accused the government of being afraid of public protests. Speaking in Ranchi on Saturday, he described the alleged attack on Rahul Gandhi and other MPs as “extremely unfortunate” and said such incidents were not befitting of a democracy.
Baghel said protests had traditionally been a means for people to press their demands, but alleged that the government was now so apprehensive that it was even shutting down train services.
CJP calls government ‘terrified’ after Dhruv Rathee’s detention
Reacting to YouTuber Dhruv Rathee’s detention, the CJP claimed the government was frightened of young people who questioned its actions and refused to remain silent.
Jairam Ramesh says Delhi has been turned into a fortress
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleged that Delhi had been transformed into a fortress ahead of the CJP demonstration, with armed security personnel deployed across the capital.
He claimed the Prime Minister and Home Minister were nervous about a peaceful protest by young people concerned about their constitutional right to vote under Article 326.
Contempt plea filed against DMRC over metro station closures
A contempt petition has been filed against the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), alleging that it violated a Supreme Court order by keeping entry and exit gates at 45 metro stations closed amid security restrictions ahead of the CJP protest.
The development comes a day after a bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant directed that Delhi Metro services should not be completely suspended and must continue operating in a controlled manner to reduce inconvenience to commuters.
The petition alleges that the metro operator’s decision to close gates at several stations was contrary to the court’s directions.
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee detained ahead of CJP demonstration
YouTuber Dhruv Rathee was detained early Saturday amid a police crackdown ahead of the planned CJP protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi. According to India Today reporter Arvind Ojha, Delhi Police carried out the detention with assistance from Gurugram Police.
Delhi Police detain around 150 protesters
Police detained around 150 protesters in Connaught Place as authorities attempted to prevent them from crossing barricades and assembling at Jantar Mantar. The detentions came amid heightened security across the capital ahead of the demonstration.
Protesters detained near Jantar Mantar
Police detained demonstrators who allegedly attempted to cross multiple layers of barricading near Jantar Mantar. In Connaught Place’s inner circle, officers reportedly chased protesters and took them away in detention vehicles.
Spike strips placed on roads near Delhi-Badarpur border
Security was tightened across Delhi ahead of the CJP protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. At Mohan Estate, near the Delhi-Badarpur border, spike strips were placed on the roads as police prepared for the arrival of protesters. Authorities also imposed extensive security restrictions across the capital.
CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke dares police to arrest him
CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke said he was prepared to face arrest or detention upon arriving in Delhi, insisting that the party would continue its campaign for free and fair elections.
“If they want to detain or arrest me, let them go ahead. Invoke the UAPA, invoke the NSA — go ahead and do it. But we will keep fighting for free and fair elections and to save this country’s democracy,” he said.
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