Thousands assembled peacefully at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park under the CJP banner, issuing a firm ultimatum for the Chief Election Commissioner’s resignation by 10 October while authorities exercised strategic restraint.
A Shivaji Park resident has complained against CJP leaders, alleging disruption after the October 2 protest proceeded despite permission being denied.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a fresh Delhi protest after thousands gathered in Mumbai demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over the SIR row.
A group calling itself Gen Next Mumbai staged a counter-protest against CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke as his supporters gathered at Shivaji Park demanding the CEC’s resignation.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis defended the Election Commission as CJP and civil society groups protested in Mumbai.
CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has urged Mumbaikars to join its October 2 protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and accountability.
Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj and other protesters were detained as political and student groups gathered over SIR and demanded the CEC’s resignation.
Neha Bora, Yogendra Yadav and other protesters were detained in Delhi as authorities imposed restrictions around Jantar Mantar over the planned demonstration.
The injured Indian pilot spoke to PM Modi about the ordeal as the Prime Minister praised his bravery and wished him a quick recovery.
CJP rubbished rumours claiming founder Abhijeet Dipke was taken into custody ahead of the planned demonstrations demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
