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Activist Abhijeet Dipke detained briefly during Marine Drive protest

The Campus Law Centre activist was taken into custody momentarily following a demonstration at Mumbai's iconic seafront location. He has since been released.

LSN India · 2 October 2026

Activist Abhijeet Dipke detained briefly during Marine Drive protest

Abhijeet Dipke, associated with the Campus Law Centre, was briefly detained by police after participating in a protest at Marine Drive in Mumbai. The activist was held for questioning following the demonstration at the popular beachfront promenade in the heart of the city.

Details regarding the specific issues raised during the protest remain unclear at this stage. Dipke's detention was reported to be temporary, with authorities releasing him after initial questioning.

The incident marks another instance of activist engagement in public demonstrations across India's financial capital. Police have not released an official statement regarding the circumstances of his detention or the nature of the protest activities.