A woman threw an ink-like liquid at Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), during a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar [1].
The incident highlights the volatile atmosphere surrounding current Indian civil demonstrations and the escalating tensions between political activists and unidentified agitators.
The disruption occurred on the afternoon of June 27, 2026 [2]. Dipke was addressing a gathering of supporters when the woman hurled the substance at him [3]. The event took place amid a larger agitation led by the CJP regarding a leaked NEET exam paper, and the alleged attack on activist Sonam Wangchuk [3].
Reports regarding the timing of the attack vary. Some accounts state the ink was thrown following an attack on Wangchuk [2], while others indicate the incident happened hours after police had already shifted Wangchuk to a hospital [3]. The substance itself was described by some as ink and by others as an ink-like liquid [1, 3].
Despite the disruption, the CJP continues its campaign for accountability. The party has planned a march to Parliament scheduled for July 20, 2026 [3]. This planned action follows the unrest at Jantar Mantar and seeks to bring further attention to the integrity of national examinations, and the protection of activists.
Security at the Jantar Mantar site remained a focal point as the demonstration proceeded. The act of throwing ink is a recurring form of political protest in the region—often used to symbolize a "stain" on a leader's reputation or a demand for justice.
“A woman threw an ink-like liquid at Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party.”
The targeting of Abhijeet Dipke occurs within a broader pattern of street-level political friction in Delhi. By linking the protest to both educational integrity (NEET leaks) and the safety of high-profile activists like Sonam Wangchuk, the CJP is attempting to consolidate various grievances into a single political movement. The upcoming Parliament march suggests the party intends to escalate its visibility despite the sporadic violence targeting its leadership.
