‘This Is Emergency’: CJP Says At Least 10,000 Detained Across India Ahead Of Jantar Mantar Protest

Delhi is on high alert ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party’s (CJP) planned October 10 protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. CJP leaders allege that thousands of supporters have been detained across India, while also warning of possible violence by fringe groups. Meanwhile, police have reportedly deployed nearly 26,000 personnel and tightened security around the protest zone. As allegations of intimidation clash with official claims of maintaining public order, the protest raises questions about policing, political dissent and democratic space.