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CJP Leads Major Protests Demanding Election Chief Gyanesh Kumar Step Down

Thousands have joined nationwide protests in India, led by the Cockroach Janta Party, calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over disputed voter roll changes.

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Key moments · 6

CJP announces Mumbai protest and challenges CM Fadnavis

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CJP founder Dipke detained by Mumbai police, then released

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Massive protests begin in Mumbai and spread to other cities

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Student groups and AAP join Delhi protests, hundreds detained

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Public figures join CJP protest at Shivaji Park

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CJP signals readiness for three-month agitation

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  1. CJP founder Dipke briefly detained after placard protest at Marine Drive
    India Today
  2. Jantar Mantar protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar today, security tightened
    Indian Express
  3. CJP's Oct 2 Mumbai protest: What are its demands besides Gyanesh Kumar's resignation?
    Mint
  4. Abhijeet Dipke detained by Mumbai Police ahead of October 2 march, released later
    Times of India Top Stories
  5. CJP to protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Mumbai on October 2, Dipke challenges CM Fadnavis
    The Hindu