CJP's Abhijeet Dipke Slams Govt for 'Shielding' CEC Gyanesh Kumar
CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipke accuses the government of using security measures and metro shutdowns to protect CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
In a scathing attack on the administration, Abhijeet Dipke, the founder and convenor of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), has alleged that the government is utilizing extreme security measures to protect Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. During a joint press conference held on October 15, 2026, alongside AISA members Neha Bora and Aishe Ghosh, Dipke demanded the immediate resignation of the CEC, claiming he is operating under the instructions of his "masters" to ensure the electoral success of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Allegations of Electoral Manipulation
The CJP leader did not hold back in his accusations, questioning the integrity of the electoral process. Dipke raised serious concerns regarding the unauthorized removal of over 13 crore votes, suggesting that the CEC has played a pivotal role in facilitating the BJP's political gains. He questioned how far the government would go to safeguard the position of Gyanesh Kumar amidst these controversies.
Delhi Turned Into a 'Border Zone'
Dipke heavily criticized the restrictive measures imposed across the national capital to stifle public dissent. He claimed that the government effectively placed ten thousand people under house arrest and disrupted vital transit networks to prevent protests from gaining momentum.
Comparing the atmosphere in Delhi to an "India-Pakistan border," the CJP convenor condemned the heavy security presence. He further alleged that police forces had been seen forcibly dragging students and youth across the streets during the crackdown.
The Security Crackdown in Detail
The allegations come amid a period of intense tension in the city. On October 9, 2026, security was ramped up significantly with the deployment of 26,000 personnel. Plans were reportedly in place to shut down between 45 and 57 metro stations to preempt protests.
The impact of these security protocols was felt acutely on October 12, when six major metro stations—including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, Janpath, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, and Patel Chowk—were closed for ten hours. These shutdowns were directly linked to protests targeting the CEC.
Legal Battles and Continued Defiance
The sweeping restrictions on public movement have not gone unnoticed by the judiciary, with the Supreme Court expressing concern over the government's approach to limiting movement in the capital.
Earlier, on October 10, the Delhi Police had denied the CJP permission to hold a protest at Jantar Mantar, citing reasons of short notice and previous non-compliance with regulations.
Despite the pressure, Abhijeet Dipke asserted that the CJP remains undeterred. He highlighted the detentions of party members Saurabh Das and Ashutosh Ranka, who were reportedly picked up by authorities for hoisting the national flag at Jantar Mantar. Refusing to back down, the organization has announced its intention to hold further protests at Connaught Place on October 16, 2026.