BJP Chief Nitin Nabin Slams Opposition Over Urban Naxal Allegations
BJP President Nitin Nabin accuses Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal of harboring an Urban Naxal mindset to destabilize India amid massive Delhi protests.
In a high-stakes political confrontation, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin has launched a scathing attack against the Opposition, accusing top leaders of harboring an "Urban Naxal" mindset. Speaking at a press conference in New Delhi on Saturday, October 10, 2026, Nabin claimed that leaders including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal are actively attempting to destabilize the nation.
Allegations of Destabilization and Foreign Influence
Nabin’s remarks come at a time of heightened political tension across the country. He asserted that despite the significant progress made over the last 12 years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership to eradicate terrorism and Naxalism, certain groups continue to work against the state. According to the BJP President, these elements are acting at the behest of foreign powers, engaging in a coordinated effort to trigger national instability.
The BJP chief warned that the government would take strict action against any attempts to incite tension or challenge the constitutional framework of the country. He dismissed recent large-scale protests as a byproduct of frustration following repeated electoral defeats by the Opposition.
Massive Protests and Detentions in the Capital
The political rhetoric coincides with a volatile situation in Delhi, where the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)—supported by various student and Left organizations—staged a major protest. The demonstrators demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the immediate rollback of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise for electoral rolls.
The scale of the unrest led to significant law enforcement action:
- Mass Detentions: By 2 PM, authorities reported the detention of over 5,000 individuals.
- Key Leaders in Custody: Notable CJP leaders, including founder Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das, and Ashutosh Ranka, were taken into custody upon arriving in the city.
- City Disruptions: Several Delhi Metro stations were closed, and heavy traffic restrictions were implemented to contain the movement.
The Dispute Over Electoral Rolls
The core of the protest revolves around the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. While the Election Commission of India (ECI) maintains that the exercise—conducted under Article 326—received unanimous approval, the Opposition has intensified its criticism. This pushback follows reports of alleged internal dissent regarding modifications to Form 6.
Rahul Gandhi has publicly voiced his support for the movement, suggesting that the eventual departure of CEC Kumar would signify the "repair of democracy." However, Nabin countered this sentiment by declaring that India's 140 crore citizens would not tolerate insults directed at high office holders or challenges to the nation's stability.
While the CJP has affirmed that their youth-led protest will continue despite the heavy security presence and detentions, the political divide between the ruling party and the Opposition appears to be widening significantly.