ASHUTOSH RANKA
Protests erupt across India demanding resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over voter list manipulation
Protests have emerged across India as citizens demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Demonstrators claim that the ongoing Special Intensive Revision process threatens voter rights and favors the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Critics say this process requires complex documentation that may disenfranchise vulnerable communities and lead to significant voter list reductions. Opposition parties and activists are calling for more independent election oversight.
ECI took down September 26 press release after SC remarks? PIB factchecks CJP's Ashutosh Ranka's claim on form 6
The Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check unit has rejected a claim by CJP’s Ashutosh Ranka that the Election Commission of India removed its September 26 press note on Form 6 after the Supreme Court said it had not approved modified versions of the form. The ECI said the press note remains available on its website, keeping the removal claim at the centre of the fact-check.
"Modified Form 6 not approved by us": CJI observes on modified form for enrolling new voters
The Supreme Court asserted that it has not approved any modified version of Form 6 for voter enrollment. During a hearing, Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized the importance of verifying who modified the form. Allegations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar were also discussed, claiming he misrepresented court proceedings. The petition argued that the Election Commission's decisions should be made collectively, not unilaterally.
Bengali film actor Koyel Mallick joins BJP, day after party fields her for Rajya Sabha polls
Koyel Mallick, a Bengali film actor, officially joined the BJP and was nominated for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. She previously served as a TMC Rajya Sabha MP before resigning this July. The BJP's West Bengal general secretary welcomed her and expressed hopes for her nomination filing. Mallick stated it would be an honor to serve in the Upper House of Parliament.
‘Govt planning to arrest Abhijeet Dipke & Ashutosh Ranka’: CJP’s Saurav Das claims ahead of Oct 10 protest
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das claimed the government plans to arrest him and several other party leaders, including Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Ratna Singh, and called for a major protest mobilisation from October 10. He said the movement would continue even if leaders were arrested.
CJP begins protest 2.0 in Mumbai, calls it 'trailer'
"We just had a long protest (for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation). Because this government is so incompetent and are thieves, we have to agitate again... We are aware of the Jantar Mantar barricades. However, we are going to bring in so many people in Delhi that the barricades will break," said CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma formally launches bicycles made of bamboo
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday launched bicycles made from bamboo. Bamboo India Private Limited has invested approximately Rs. 15 crores in Assam. The company plans to manufacture such bicycles at the Bamboo Park in Chaygaon. The company also aims to manufacture approximately 1,000 bicycles every month. The state government would extend its supports if the public response is positive.
CEC 'puppet' of Modi govt, has no right to remain in office: Kharge at CWC meet, says PM should resign on moral grounds
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has called for the immediate removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He accused Kumar of acting under pressure from the Prime Minister and alleged discrepancies in the electoral rolls. The Congress Working Committee discussed the matter and outlined demands for transparency in the electoral process. An inquiry has been suggested regarding evidence of irregularities and conspiracies to disenfranchise voters.
No permission yet for Oct 2 Jantar Mantar protest against CEC, say Delhi Police sources
No permission has been granted for the planned protest at Jantar Mantar on October 2 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Various opposition parties and civil society groups are mobilizing for demonstrations across India. Mumbai Police have also denied permission for a parallel gathering at Shivaji Park due to legal constraints. Prominent leaders from the Shiv Sena and Congress are rallying support for these protests.
Himanta Biswa Sarma repeating Amit Shah's Jantar Mantar mistakes: CJP's Ashutosh Ranka
Ranka along with 40 other volunteers were detained on Sunday and later released late at night. "The illegal detention by Assam Police has finally ended. We have asked Police to go and drop us from where we were picked up illegally in the first place," Ranka said.
CJP looks to reach out to all Northeast states: Ashutosh Ranka
Ranka said the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) would focus on issues concerning students and youth in the region and provide them a platform to raise their concerns.
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar hits out at BJP, JD(S) over refusal to join delegation to Delhi
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has criticized the BJP and JD(S) for their decision to boycott the delegation. The opposition leaders' actions are seen as placing politics before the farmers' interests. A central assessment team is scheduled to visit Karnataka to evaluate the drought situation soon. Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara emphasized the need for unity in addressing this issue.
CJP will not back down till CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns: Ashutosh Ranka
CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka asserted the organization's demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation regarding vote exclusion. The group is initiating a nationwide protest beginning October 2 to address this issue. Ranka criticized the BJP's defense of Kumar and called for transparency from him. The campaign emphasizes the alleged removal of names from the electoral rolls across multiple states. Young activists aim to ensure fair voting rights amidst rising political tensions.
‘Jail Bharo’ on Gandhi Jayanti: CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke announces October 2 protest at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park
Abhijeet Dipke, representing the Cockroach Janta Party, has announced a Jail Bharo Andolan in Mumbai, scheduled for October 2 at Shivaji Park after the police denied permission. This protest advocates for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with key demands to freeze electoral rolls and revoke the 2023 election commissioners law. The police have proposed an alternative location for the CJP's agitation.
Cockroach Janata Party volunteers detained ahead of first meet in Assam
Around 40 volunteers of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) including party co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka were detained ahead of the organisation's first regional volunteers' meeting on Sunday. Ranka claimed that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was afraid of the CJP. He alleged that the BJP won the assembly election by redrawing the boundaries. CJP chief Abhijeet Dipke said he would bring more party workers to the state, challenging the government to arrest them if Ranka and his fellow volunteers were not released.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke claims Assam Police detained outfit's leader Ashutosh Ranka, supporters
Ranka, who reached Guwahati a day ago, was scheduled to meet some CJP supporters during the day. Dipke claimed that the outfit's leaders were prevented from holding the meeting.
Delhi HC orders Meta to remove woman's morphed picture with PM, issues notice to CJP leaders over alleged circulation
Delhi High Court mandated Meta to swiftly eliminate inappropriate content showcasing a doctored image of a woman with Prime Minister Modi. A notice was issued to leaders of Cockroach Janta Party for allegedly circulating this offensive image. The court emphasized that the case involves not only the individual woman but also the Prime Minister of India. It highlighted the necessity for the police to respond sensitively to such cases.
CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipke seeks MPSC chairman's resignation over 'corruption' allegations, slams Maharashtra CM Fadnavis
Abhijeet Dipke of CJP demanded MPSC reforms and chairman Vivek Bhimanwar's resignation. He highlighted state unemployment and criticized Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Dipke urged aspirants to post videos online for Bhimanwar's removal. He linked alleged corruption to Fadnavis and questioned fund usage for political gains. Dipke also cited examples of student protests leading to government action and resignations.
Delhi HC asks CJP co-convenors to remove objectionable posts against BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia
The Delhi High Court has ordered CJP leaders to remove objectionable posts targeting Gaurav Bhatia. Justice Gedela stressed responsible expression and verification of information by young individuals. The court issued summons to CJP leaders and its founder Abhijeet Dipke. Bhatia's lawsuit alleges repeated defamatory posts and seeks a permanent injunction. The court permitted Bhatia to approach X and Meta Platforms for other fabricated graphics.
BJP's Gaurav Bhatia files Rs 2 crore defamation suit against CJP, Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das & Ashutosh Ranka
BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia has filed a Rs 2 crore defamation suit in the Delhi High Court against the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and its leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, according to a court filing posted by Bhatia on X. The case is scheduled for hearing Wednesday.
90-Minute Lucknow meet: CJP co-convener Ranka's courtesy call on Akhilesh Yadav sparks political buzz
A meeting between Ashutosh Ranka of CJP and Akhilesh Yadav of SP fueled political speculation. Ranka clarified CJP's focus remains non-electoral advocacy and thanked SP for their support. Discussions included the Uttar Pradesh government's closure of primary schools. Both SP and CJP now emphasize state-run educational institutions nationally.
CJP protest at Delhi police station: What is the row over Swatantra Bhardwaj?
Supporters marched demanding action against influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj for an alleged assault. The incident involved Sanjay Kumar, father of student activist Nishu Azad, during a protest. A resurfaced video of Bhardwaj's claims intensified the controversy and political debate. Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal have questioned the alleged lack of police action.
CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke advises BJP to follow RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s lead
CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke urged the Bharatiya Janata Party to heed RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's counsel. Dipke stated the ruling party mistakenly believes it surpasses its parent organization. Bhagwat recently asserted that anyone disallowing Muslims in India is not Hindu. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's label for protesting youth was also criticized by Dipke.
‘We will not back down’: CJP keeps pressure on Rajasthan government over alleged violent clash
Cockroach Janata Party spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka demanded arrests for alleged violence at a school. He urged the Rajasthan government to act on filed FIRs regarding the incident. Ranka stated the party seeks school reconstruction and action against those responsible. Reconstruction work is scheduled to begin soon with a significant financial allocation. The party will continue its outreach and focus on education infrastructure improvements.
'15 Policemen standing outside volunteer's house, enquiring about my family': CJP's Ashutosh Ranka accuses Rajasthan Police of scare tactics
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) co-convenor Ashutosh Ranka on Saturday alleged that Rajasthan Police is resorting to scare tactics after his team was attacked in Jaipur, claiming 15 policemen from Pratap Nagar Police Station were stationed outside his volunteer's house.
‘Madan Dilawar, you have 48 hrs’: CJP seeks Rajasthan minister’s resignation if demands aren’t met
A school inspection by the Cockroach Janta Party in Jaipur’s Rampura Kanwarpura village turned into a confrontation, with the CJP alleging that its volunteers were attacked by BJP-linked men and accusing police of inaction. The group has given the Rajasthan government 48 hours to arrest those responsible and withdraw school-entry restrictions, failing which it has threatened a statewide agitation and demanded Education Minister Madan Dilawar’s resignation. Locals have denied the assault allegations and offered a different account of the clash.
Locals push CJP team out of Rajasthan village; Abhijeet Dipke claims BJP 'goon' behind attack
A scuffle erupted when villagers and BJP workers allegedly blocked a CJP team's school inspection. The CJP team reported being attacked and pelted with stones by the group. Vehicles were damaged and CJP volunteers sustained injuries during the confrontation. Villagers claimed government funds were sanctioned for school repairs.
'Mute spectator': Dipke targets police as locals 'push' CJP team out of Rajasthan village
A CJP convenor criticized Rajasthan police after their team faced resistance during a school inspection. Villagers and BJP workers reportedly pushed CJP volunteers out of Rampura Kanwarpura village. The CJP team was inspecting government schools, one of which was declared unsafe. Classes were being held in a cattle enclosure near the unsafe school building. The CJP alleged police inaction while their volunteers were attacked.
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