CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke hints at 'Jantar Mantar Season 2' protests soon

Fresh stir on the cards

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has set the stage for another round of protests. In a statement on Wednesday, he said 'Jantar Mantar Season 2' is going to start very soon. The remark comes days after the party's planned gathering in Delhi was called off under contentious circumstances.

Dipke did not share a specific timeline or the issues that would drive the new protests. But his choice of words — borrowing the name of the capital's iconic protest site — signals a deliberate attempt to recreate the momentum the CJP built earlier this year.

Delhi meet cancelled

The cancellation of the CJP's Delhi meeting has become a flashpoint. Dipke has alleged that venue owners backed out after pressure from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He claimed the party was forced to abandon its plans at the last minute, though he did not name the venue or the owners.

No independent confirmation of these allegations has emerged so far. BJP leaders have not yet responded to Dipke's claims. The CJP founder, known for his provocative style, has used the incident to frame the upcoming protests as a fight against political intimidation.

What the CJP stands for

The Cockroach Janta Party, a fringe outfit, has gained attention for its anti-establishment rhetoric and unconventional protest tactics. Its earlier sit-in at Jantar Mantar drew modest crowds but significant media coverage, largely due to Dipke's sharp attacks on the ruling dispensation.

The party's name itself is a jab at political rivals, and Dipke has often cast himself as an outsider taking on the system. His latest announcement fits that pattern — positioning the CJP as a persistent thorn in the side of power.

Next steps unclear

For now, the CJP has not released a formal schedule for 'Jantar Mantar Season 2'. Supporters are being told to stay ready, but organisers have not confirmed dates, routes, or even whether the protest will happen at Jantar Mantar itself.

Dipke's statement appears aimed at keeping the party in the news cycle. Whether the protest materialises — and at what scale — remains to be seen. Past CJP events have seen fluctuating turnout, and the group's ability to mobilise beyond its core base is still untested.

What to watch

Observers will be watching for two things: the CJP's official call for dates, and any response from the BJP or Delhi Police. If the venue issue escalates, it could draw more attention than the protest itself. Dipke has promised more details soon, but so far, he has only offered a slogan.