The CJP Bengaluru protest saw Dhruv Rathee and Prakash Raj demand electoral transparency and the resignation of India’s Chief Election Commissioner over alleged voter-list irregularities.
BENGALURU: YouTuber Dhruv Rathee and actor-activist Prakash Raj joined demonstrators at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on October 8, 2026, protesting alleged irregularities in India’s electoral rolls.
The CJP Bengaluru protest was organised by the Cockroach Janta Party, a youth-led movement demanding greater accountability from the Election Commission of India and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke joined the demonstration alongside students, activists and concerned citizens, with participants questioning the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Why did Dhruv Rathee join the protest?
Dhruv Rathee criticised the Election Commission’s handling of the electoral roll revision process, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
According to reports, Rathee clarified that his participation was not intended to seek a change in government but to raise questions about the functioning of electoral institutions.
He expressed concern about alleged voter-list irregularities and called for greater public accountability in the electoral process.
What did Prakash Raj say about voter deletions?
Prakash Raj questioned the Election Commission’s independence and criticised the SIR exercise.
The actor argued that the disputed revision process raised serious questions about citizens’ voting rights and democratic participation.
He joined CJP leaders in demanding that Gyanesh Kumar step down and that the authorities address concerns surrounding electoral roll revisions.
The allegations made by protesters have not been established as findings of wrongdoing.
What happened at Bengaluru’s Freedom Park?
The CJP Bengaluru protest included a public gathering organised under the banner of Janata Nyayalaya, or People’s Tribunal.
Participants raised concerns about voter names allegedly disappearing from electoral registers during the revision process.
Placards, slogans and speeches highlighted demands for electoral transparency and safeguards against wrongful voter exclusion.
Organisers also announced a Chappal protest intended to draw attention to affected women and families.
The demonstration forms part of wider protests concerning electoral roll revisions across India.
What happens next in the CJP movement?
CJP organisers have announced another demonstration at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on October 10, 2026.
The movement is demanding the Chief Election Commissioner’s resignation and changes to the disputed voter verification process.
The Election Commission and the ruling BJP have denied allegations that voter-list revisions were manipulated for political advantage.
Impact to expect
The CJP Bengaluru protest could increase public attention on electoral roll procedures and the safeguards available to eligible voters. The participation of prominent public figures may also draw wider scrutiny to the disputed revision process, while the response from election authorities will remain important in addressing public concerns.
The demonstration highlights continuing disagreements over electoral transparency as organisers prepare for further protests.
