New Delhi group Lal Hit Janata Party counters CJP protests
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A newly formed group named “Lal Hit Janata Party” emerged in Delhi to counter the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) as the pressure group held demonstrations across Connaught Place and several other areas demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The new organization convened its inaugural membership meeting on Sunday at Malviya Smriti Bhawan in Delhi, India to oppose the CJP.
During the gathering, organization chief Ayan Bhatnagar along with other speakers criticized the CJP, the Congress, and the demonstrators, charging that the ongoing protests undermine India’s constitutional institutions while inflicting heavy financial damages on local commerce.
Explaining the objectives of the gathering, Bhatnagar said the meeting served to determine the group’s future strategy and demonstrate their capacity to mobilize a massive turnout on short notice.
Bhatnagar questioned how many citizens would rally if Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally issued a call for mobilization. Characterizing Dussehra as a festival marking the triumph of good over evil, Bhatnagar exhorted citizens to move beyond social media platforms and take to the streets.
Throughout his address, Bhatnagar employed terms including “insects”, “cockroaches”, and “cockroach-like creatures” when referring to the demonstrators.
Highlighting economic impacts, Bhatnagar emphasized that the period spanning Dussehra to Diwali represents peak business season for merchants across India, asserting that disruptions in major commercial hubs like Connaught Place remain completely unacceptable.
He accused demonstrators of attempting to disturb multiple metropolitan cities, including Delhi. Pointing to remarks regarding “regime change” made by advocate Prashant Bhushan, Bhatnagar questioned how public protests could legitimately alter a government.
He asserted that targeting the Election Commission and demanding the resignation of Gyanesh damages public confidence in constitutional bodies. He argued that if protesters demand the CEC’s resignation today, they could demand Modi’s resignation tomorrow, adding that authorities cannot accept the demands of a group simply because 50,000 people gathered.
Addressing the legal framework, Bhatnagar cited the 2023 selection process for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner, noting that the system incorporates the Leader of the Opposition.
He argued that demonstrators must examine the official appointment procedures and the tenures of previous chief election commissioners before seeking the incumbent’s removal. Bhatnagar maintained that organizers founded the Lal Hit Janata Party specifically to safeguard democracy.
He alleged that CJP demonstrations aim to erode public faith in police forces and the office of the Chief Election Commissioner, claiming that CJP receives backing from the Congress and the All India Students’ Association (AISA) to displace the BJP government and install their own administration.
Calling for fact-based evaluation, Bhatnagar insisted that citizens evaluate central government welfare schemes through facts rather than political propaganda. He accused specific political factions of harming the nation’s political atmosphere and commercial climate through their activities, asserting that CJP’s agitation will achieve zero political impact.
Bhatnagar further highlighted instances of alleged misconduct directed against police personnel and security staff during demonstrations. Noting that Modi practices Surya Namaskar and might endure verbal abuse, Bhatnagar stressed that other citizens should not be expected to tolerate insults.
He declared that disparaging national institutions and breeding distrust toward law enforcement remains unacceptable, warning that the demise of the “Cockroach Janata Party” will begin on Dussehra as a triumph of good over evil.
Attending the gathering, Kathak dancer Richa Gupta urged citizens to reflect on methods to protect the nation, expressing strong support for Modi and noting that his leadership elevated India’s global reputation.
Gupta observed that while India possesses a vast youth population, many young citizens currently follow crowds rather than pursuing constructive paths. Journalist Pawan remarked, “Where there are cockroaches, there will certainly be Hit,” making a direct reference to the insecticide brand.
Pawan claimed that the ongoing agitation has already inflicted Rs 3,000 crore in financial losses on businesses, warning that losses could escalate to Rs 10,000 crore, while mentioning he had been monitoring the Lal Hit Janata Party for the preceding three days.
Bhatnagar disclosed that the Lal Hit Janata Party receives active support from supporters residing in Canada and the United Arab Emirates, while speakers urged attendees to step beyond social media, take to the streets, and unite under a nationalist ideology.
Source: NDTV (adapted)
