Delhi CJP Protest Day 2: 7,000 Detained, Key Updates

Delhi CJP Protest: What Has Happened in the First Two Days The protest in Delhi that began on 10 October 2026 has not gone the way most people expected. Two days in, the streets near Jantar Mantar have seen heavy security, mass detentions and sharp political reactions. Here is a simple summary of what we know so far.

Why the Protest Started

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced a large protest at Jantar Mantar on 10 October. It demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, who has been accused of “vote theft”. Delhi Police said no permission had been given and warned of legal action against anyone who took part.

YouTuber Dhruv Rathee Detained

Delhi Police detained YouTuber Dhruv Rathee from his home in Sector 56, Gurugram, on Saturday morning. Reports say he was released around 3:00 AM on Sunday. Police later said he could face further action, including detention, if he breaks any prohibitory order or reaches Jantar Mantar.

CJP Leaders Taken Into Custody

Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were also detained on Saturday morning while travelling from Mumbai to Delhi for the protest. According to reports, police detained them after their flight landed at Indira Gandhi International Airport. They were kept in preventive custody for about 24 hours.

A local court in Delhi Cantonment then ordered their release on Sunday, 11 October, with conditions. Each leader had to furnish a surety bond of up to ₹50,000 and promise to maintain peace and good behaviour.

Before his detention, Dipke recorded a video message. The CJP said organisation in-charge Ajinkya Shinde would lead the protest at Jantar Mantar. Ratna Singh, head of legal affairs at the CJP, was also detained near her home and has now been released.

Opposition Leaders Detained

Several INDIA bloc leaders were detained on Saturday as they tried to join the protest. They included former chief ministers Arvind Kejriwal, Mamata Banerjee, Pinarayi Vijayan and Manik Sarkar. All four have since been released. tribuneindia

Over 7,000 People Detained

Police have released more than 7,000 protesters who were detained across the capital on Saturday. Police say the detentions were made at Jantar Mantar and nearby areas to stop crowds from gathering. Barricades, extra security forces and travel checks were seen in many parts of the city.

What to Watch Next

The CJP says the protest will continue, with or without its top leaders. Police have warned that further action is possible if orders are broken. Whether the protest grows or fades will depend on how the CJP, the opposition and the police act in the coming days.

Final Thoughts

Mass detentions, the arrest of well-known names and the release of most people within a day have made this one of the most talked-about protests in Delhi this year. Readers should rely on official statements and trusted news outlets, as many unverified claims are spreading on social media.