HighLights
  1. CJP protests at Shivaji Park demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.
  2. Protest targets alleged irregularities in electoral rolls revision process.
  3. Actor Naseeruddin Shah joins ongoing demonstration despite police denial.

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) is holding a protest at Shivaji Park in Mumbai's Dadar area on Friday, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The protest, led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, is part of the party's nationwide agitation against the Election Commission's handling of the voter-roll revision exercise.

The protest was scheduled to begin at 4 pm near Gate No. 6 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park. The CJP has announced a 'Jail Bharo Andolan' after Mumbai Police denied permission for the proposed gathering at the venue. Police have cited restrictions governing the use of Shivaji Park and its status as a silence zone.

The agitation comes amid a growing controversy over the Election Commission's internal decision-making during the SIR exercise. A report by The Indian Express said Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections at least 14 times over 10 months concerning decisions and procedures related to electoral rolls, registration and the Commission's digital systems.

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The reported objections have become a key issue for critics of the poll panel, who have questioned the manner in which decisions related to the SIR were taken. The Election Commission, however, has rejected suggestions of a split within the three-member panel and said its decisions, including those concerning the SIR, were taken unanimously.

Here Are The Latest Updates About The Protest:

Mumbai: Scuffle Breaks Out Near Shiv Sena Bhavan After CJP Protest At Shivaji Park

A brief scuffle broke out near Shiv Sena Bhavan in Mumbai’s Dadar area after CJP supporters returned from the protest at Shivaji Park.

The incident followed an argument between those present in the area, prompting police personnel to intervene and disperse the people involved. The Mumbai Police and the Additional Commissioner of Police later confirmed that the situation had been brought under control.

Mamata Banerjee Backs CJP Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday expressed support for the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), which is protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and demanding his removal.

Banerjee made the remarks while speaking to reporters at Kolkata airport after returning from Delhi, where she attended a meeting of the INDIA bloc.

“We are fully supporting the Cockroach (Janata) Party and all the young generation and students,” PTI quoted Banerjee.

Complaint Filed Over Shivaji Park Protest

A Shivaji Park resident and advocate, Siddhi Deolekar, has filed a complaint at the Shivaji Park Police Station against CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka, Saurav Das and Ratna Singh over the protest held at the venue despite police denying permission.

Deolekar alleged that the gathering violated restrictions linked to a 2013 Bombay High Court judgment and a subsequent Maharashtra government order governing protests at Shivaji Park.

Dipke Warns Of ‘Jantar Mantar 2.0’

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has warned of another mobilisation in Delhi if Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar does not resign. He also called for a “Chalo Delhi” campaign.

“If Gyanesh Kumar does not resign, the Gen Z of the entire nation will go to Delhi. There will be Jantar Mantar 2.0,” Dipke said.

75-Year-Old Man Dies Of Heart Attack During CJP Protest At Shivaji Park

A 75-year-old man died after suffering a heart attack during the Cockroach Janta Party’s protest at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park on Friday. The deceased was identified as Gopalakrishna Subbaiya Pillai, a resident of Dosti West County (B Wing) in neighbouring Thane, PTI quoted Shivaji Park police.

Pillai reached the protest venue around 4:30 pm. At around 5 pm, he complained of severe chest pain and was rushed to a nearby hospital by his friends and police personnel present at the site.

Doctors said Pillai died while undergoing treatment.

Mumbai Protest: 'After Vote Deletion, BJP Won States It Had Not Won Even During Peak Modi Wave,' Says Dipke

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, speaking at the protest in Mumbai, claimed that the deletion of names from electoral rolls had influenced election outcomes, alleging that the BJP went on to win states where it had not secured victories even during the peak of the PM Narendra Modi wave.

'People's Power Is Unstoppable,' Says Shabana Azmi At Mumbai CJP Protest

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi, speaking at the CJP protest in Mumbai, said the demonstration was about protecting democracy, voting rights and people’s voices.

“This is a question of our democracy. It is a question of our rights. It is a question of our voice. We have been told since childhood to cast our votes, claim our rights, and raise our voices. But when our fundamental right is snatched away or manipulated, what is a person supposed to do? Naturally, they will protest, and this ‘people's power’ is unstoppable now. Once the spark is lit, you can see how it spreads; it is happening all across India...The names of thousands upon thousands of people have been removed from the lists...After today's protest, we will see if action is taken or if we have to keep fighting this battle. We have to fight the battle for as long as it takes," she said.

Gandhi, Ambedkar References Feature At Protest

As the agitation coincides with Gandhi Jayanti, the protest venue featured quotations invoking Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of non-violence and simplicity. References and tributes to Dr BR Ambedkar were also displayed at the gathering.

Abhijeet Dipke Dares CM Fadnavis To Arrest Protesters At Shivaji Park 

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke challenged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to arrest and send to jail the protesters gathered at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park, where the party is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. 

AISF Groups Lead Chants With Musical Instruments

Groups affiliated with the All India Students’ Federation (AISF) from Pune brought musical instruments to the protest and led slogans including “Chale Jao”, “Vapas Do” and “Band Karo” near the perimeter of Shivaji Park. 

CJP Protest: Tricolour-Waving Protesters March Towards Shivaji Park

With Tricolours and CJP flags in hand, protesters took out a march from Shiv Sena Bhavan towards Shivaji Park in Mumbai. The demonstrators raised slogans calling for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, citing alleged irregularities in the electoral process.

Shabana Azmi, Vishal Dadlani Join CJP Protest At Shivaji Park

Actor Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi and singer Vishal Dadlani joined protesters at the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demonstration at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park as the party launched its ‘Jail Bharo Andolan’.

Gen Next Mumbai Protest Against CJP, Accuse Dipke Of Targeting Constitution

A group identifying itself as “Gen Next Mumbai” staged a protest against the Cockroach Janata Party in Mumbai. One of the protesters accused CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke of speaking about dismantling the Constitution and said the group had gathered for a peaceful demonstration to uphold and respect the Constitution.

The protester said, “People like Abhijeet Dipke speak of dismantling the Constitution. Today, however, we stand beneath the statue of Babasaheb Ambedkar because we know how to protect and respect the Constitution.”

‘Gyanesh Bro, Just Resign’: Satirical Memes, Film Dialogues Colour Shivaji Park Stir 

The CJP protest at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park featured satirical memes, popular film dialogues and slogans aimed at Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protesters were seen carrying placards with messages such as “Gyanu, Tujha Democracy Var Bharosa Nay Kay?”, “Gyanesh BRO, JUST RESIGN” and “Gaddaar Gyaanu Must Go”.

Actor Naseeruddin Shah Reaches Shivaji Park

Actor Naseeruddin Shah has reached Mumbai's Shivaji Park as the CJP's protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar gets underway. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has also shared visuals from the protest site.

Saurav Das Alleges BJP Workers At Protest Site

CJP leader Saurav Das has alleged that some BJP workers were present near the protest site. He also claimed that a former OSD to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan was among those seen there. The claims have not been independently verified.

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“The BJP people have sent some workers. We have also provided pictures, and it is clearly visible in the pictures that, for instance, our dear Dharmendra Pradhan’s former OSD was also seen there, along with some local people from Shivaji Park. No resident or any citizen of the country would be against this protest because nobody wants their votes to be stolen or their rights to be violated.” Das said.

Security Tightened Around Shivaji Park

Security has been strengthened around Shivaji Park as the CJP protest continues despite Mumbai Police denying permission for the demonstration.

Police and railway authorities have deployed personnel around Dadar station and Shivaji Park, while barricades have been placed at several entry points. Officials said the deployment is aimed at maintaining law and order and managing traffic in the area.


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