CJP's Unyielding Protest Against Election Roll Irregularities: What’s Next?

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is steadfast in its protests against alleged electoral roll irregularities, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Following a crackdown on demonstrators, CJP leaders have vowed to continue their efforts, organizing another protest at Jantar Mantar. Activists claim that the government is attempting to suppress dissent through detentions and heavy security measures. The CJP's campaign for electoral transparency is set to persist across the nation until accountability is achieved. With potential traffic disruptions expected in New Delhi, the situation remains tense as the protests unfold.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 10, 2026, 22:50 IST

CJP's Determination to Protest Continues

New Delhi: The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has pledged to persist with its protests against alleged discrepancies in the electoral rolls until Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar steps down. They have scheduled another demonstration at Jantar Mantar for 10 am on Sunday, despite warnings from the Delhi Traffic Police about potential restrictions in central and New Delhi.

During a press briefing following the detention of various activists and political figures on Saturday, Ajinkya Shinde, the CJP's national organization head, asserted that the party would not back down in the face of such actions.

"The government likely assumed we would disperse after today's detentions. This fear exhibited by Modi and Shah indicates that we have already achieved a significant part of our objective," Shinde remarked, leading the protest while key CJP members remained in custody.

"No matter how many are detained, we will not retreat until Gyanesh Kumar resigns. We will reconvene at Jantar Mantar tomorrow at 10 am," he declared.

Shinde encouraged the public to join the protest in large numbers and to continue demonstrating even if faced with police resistance.

"Gather at Jantar Mantar in large numbers, and protest wherever the Delhi Police may stop you," he urged.

The CJP has announced that civil disobedience and street protests will persist nationwide until accountability is established regarding the alleged deletion and manipulation of 130 million votes.

CJP representatives condemned the detentions of party leaders and other demonstrators during Saturday's protests, claiming that the authorities had imposed an "undeclared Emergency" in the capital to hinder peaceful assembly.

Shinde criticized the extensive security measures and restrictions, alleging that Delhi had been transformed into a "cantonment or fortress."

He reported that over 15,000 individuals, including students, civil society members, and political figures, had experienced detentions and police actions. He also claimed that transport service restrictions and the use of signal jammers were tactics to suppress peaceful protests.

Anish Gawande, spokesperson for the Nationalist Congress Party, stated that efforts were underway to create a rift between civil society groups and opposition parties involved in protests against the chief election commissioner.

"The protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have consistently showcased unity between civil society and the Opposition," Gawande noted.

He highlighted the detentions of former chief ministers, MPs, and political activists, emphasizing that opposition parties had engaged in demonstrations organized by various political factions in Maharashtra and Delhi.

A false narrative is being constructed to divide opposition parties from civil society actors seeking accountability, he added, affirming that both groups would continue to collaborate.

Srijan Bhattacharya from the Students' Federation of India (SFI) stated, "We are striving for the broadest possible unity against dictatorship."

CJP representatives also criticized the limitations on access to Jantar Mantar, the closure of metro stations, the suspension of train services, and preventive detentions at transit points, alleging these measures were designed to obstruct peaceful assembly.

The organizers declared that the campaign for electoral transparency would persist across multiple states until constitutional rights are upheld.

"Civil disobedience and street protests will continue unabated until jails are filled and the government is held accountable. Democracy is not for sale," the statement asserted.

In the meantime, the Delhi Traffic Police issued an advisory warning of potential traffic disruptions in New Delhi and central Delhi on Sunday, October 11, due to the law-and-order situation.

Traffic diversions may begin at 6 am, depending on the circumstances, according to the advisory.

Several major roads and intersections could be impacted, including areas surrounding Jantar Mantar, Sansad Marg, Connaught Place, Mandi House, Rail Bhawan, Patel Chowk, Dhaula Kuan, Lodhi Road, and Sardar Patel Marg.

Commuters traveling through New Delhi and central Delhi towards railway stations, inter-state bus terminals, and the airport are advised to allow extra travel time. The police have also urged the public to avoid non-essential travel.

Traffic restrictions may be adjusted based on real-time conditions, the advisory stated, encouraging commuters to stay updated via the Delhi Traffic Police website.

The CJP's renewed call for protests follows a significant security crackdown in Delhi on Saturday, with police detaining protesters, activists, political leaders, and others at various locations, including routes leading to Jantar Mantar.

The demonstration was organized to demand Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Delhi Police had denied permission for the gathering, and many protesters were detained before they could reach the designated venue.