🔴 By | Arvind Jadhav
New Delhi : The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has now turned its attention towards the Election Commission of India, signalling a fresh campaign over the functioning of the poll panel and protection of voting rights. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced an important press conference in Delhi on September 24, amid growing political debate over reported differences within the Election Commission.
🟡 ‘Election Commission Thik Karo’
Dipke has indicated that the organisation will launch its next campaign around the Election Commission. In a social-media post, he announced the Delhi press conference with the message “Election Commission Thik Karo” and directly referred to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The CJP has also cancelled its programmes scheduled for the day and said its leadership would address the issue under the theme “Hijacking of India’s Democracy”. The announcement has triggered speculation about a fresh protest campaign in Delhi.
🟡 Voting Rights Become CJP’s New Focus
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said the organisation would now concentrate on the functioning of the Election Commission and the protection of citizens’ voting rights. According to the CJP, other public issues cannot be effectively addressed if people’s ability to participate in elections is compromised.
The move comes after reports of disagreements among members of the Election Commission over several decisions, including matters connected with the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Two Election Commissioners, Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, have reportedly raised objections on multiple occasions during the past several months.
🟡 Political Debate Intensifies
The reported differences within the poll panel have triggered a wider political debate. Several Opposition leaders have demanded greater scrutiny of the Election Commission and raised questions about the conduct of the Chief Election Commissioner.
The Election Commission, however, has maintained that its decisions are taken through the constitutional framework governing the institution. The allegations and political claims surrounding the functioning of the Commission remain a matter of public and political debate.
For the CJP, the Election Commission issue now appears to be moving to the centre of its campaign. The September 24 Delhi press conference is expected to clarify whether the organisation will announce a sustained protest and what specific reforms or actions it will demand from the electoral authorities.
