Protests in India demanding resignation of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
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Gyanesh Kumar, Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)
New Delhi and Mumbai, India
October 2, 2026
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Protesters led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and student groups are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protests are triggered by allegations of voter roll manipulation favoring the ruling BJP. The Election Commission denies the allegations, stating all actions were lawful.
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