The 3 CJP leaders held in Delhi during the organisation’s protest were released after appearing before an executive magistrate at Delhi Cantt police station. Abhijeet Dipke, Saurabh Das and Ashutosh Ranka had remained in custody for about 24 hours.

The court ordered their release on the condition that they maintain peace for one year. The CJP’s legal head, Ratna Singh, said the executive magistrate court had directed the release of the 3 leaders. Earlier, Delhi Police had described their detention as precautionary.

The organisation said its demonstration against alleged irregularities in voter lists would continue until Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resigns. It also announced another protest at Jantar Mantar at 10 AM.

Security and traffic restrictions in Delhi

Security was increased around Jantar Mantar and nearby areas as the CJP announced a second day of demonstrations. Roads leading towards the Election Commission office, also known as Nirvachan Sadan, were barricaded.

Ashoka Road, Sansad Marg and Tolstoy Marg were completely closed for traffic towards Jantar Mantar. Barricades were placed on other routes, although some movement was allowed. Police checks continued near Janpath roundabout, while vehicles heading towards Connaught Place and Jantar Mantar faced restrictions.

Delhi Traffic Police warned that diversions could begin from 6 AM depending on the law-and-order situation. Movement could be affected at about 30 locations, including Dhaula Kuan flyover, Jhandewalan, Mandi House, Connaught Place, Jantar Mantar Road, Lodi Road flyover, Patel Chowk, Rail Bhavan and areas around RML Hospital.

People travelling to railway stations, ISBTs and the airport were advised to plan ahead and allow additional time. Police also asked residents to avoid non-essential travel. Traffic information was available through helpline 1095 and 011-25844444.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation said entry and exit gates at all stations had reopened. Interchange facilities were also restored. Earlier, gates at 45 metro stations had been closed because of the CJP demonstration.

Earlier detentions and releases

The CJP said about 3,000 people were detained in Delhi on Saturday after the protest call seeking the Chief Election Commissioner’s resignation. The detained group reportedly included 4 former chief ministers: Arvind Kejriwal, Mamata Banerjee, Pinarayi Vijayan and Manik Sarkar.

Most detainees were released by night. However, Dipke, Das, Ranka and YouTuber Dhruv Rathee remained in custody for longer. Rathee, who had been detained from his home in Gurugram the previous morning, was later released by Delhi Police.

Before the court hearing, security was strengthened outside Delhi Cantt police station. Ratna Singh said she and other lawyers would represent the 3 CJP leaders. The organisation had earlier demanded their immediate release.

Family’s claims about Dipke

In Hingoli, Maharashtra, Dipke’s parents said they had been unable to contact him. His mother, Anita Dipke, alleged that Delhi Police had not given the family accurate information and said relatives were waiting for him because his grandmother had died.

His father, Bhagwan Dipke, also said the family had been unable to speak with him. He claimed that Dipke’s friends had told the family that he had been moved elsewhere and was no longer in Delhi. These were the family’s claims and were not independently established in the available material.

The CJP also announced a peaceful protest in Mumbai at the T-junction near Shivaji Park at 4 PM. A party leader alleged that the country was being pushed towards dictatorship under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, and repeated the demand for the Chief Election Commissioner’s resignation. The organisation said demonstrations could follow in other cities.

CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the party would hold a press conference at 2 PM after the release of the 3 leaders.

Conclusion

The 3 CJP leaders were released after about 24 hours in custody under a one-year peace condition, while Delhi authorities continued security and traffic measures around the planned Jantar Mantar protest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who was released by the court?

Abhijeet Dipke, Saurabh Das and Ashutosh Ranka were released after appearing before an executive magistrate at Delhi Cantt police station.

Q. What condition did the court impose?

The court directed the 3 leaders to maintain peace for one year.

Q. Why was the CJP protesting?

The CJP said it was protesting alleged irregularities in voter lists and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Q. What happened to Dhruv Rathee?

The YouTuber was detained from his Gurugram home and was later released by Delhi Police.

Q. Were Delhi Metro services affected?

Entry and exit gates at all Delhi Metro stations were reopened, and interchange facilities were restored after earlier restrictions at 45 stations.

Q. Which travel helplines were provided?

Delhi Traffic Police listed 1095 and 011-25844444 for traffic-related information.