Activist group threatens fresh Jantar Mantar protest over electoral commission row

The Citizens for Justice Party (CJP) has issued a fresh warning of a major protest at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar on October 10, contingent on unspecified conditions related to an ongoing dispute with Election Commission officials. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced the planned demonstration while criticizing Election Commission of India Chief Gyanesh Kumar amid what the group refers to as a 'SIR row'—an apparent reference to a specific electoral governance issue. Dipke stressed that the planned gathering would remain peaceful and non-disruptive, positioning it as a legitimate exercise of democratic rights. The activist leader appealed to citizens concerned about the integrity of India's electoral process to participate in the demonstration, framing the protest as part of broader efforts to ensure free and fair elections. The CJP has not yet clarified the specific conditions that would trigger the October 10 action, suggesting negotiations or developments may still influence the group's plans.