A woman threw an ink-like liquid at CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke during a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi on Saturday [1].
The incident highlights the escalating tension surrounding the demonstrations in the capital, where activists are protesting the removal of key figures from the site.
The disruption occurred while Dipke was delivering an address to the crowd [1]. According to reports, the woman hurled the liquid at the founder, causing a brief interruption to his speech [2]. The attack took place during a continuing protest at the historic Jantar Mantar site [1].
This event followed the removal of activist Sonam Wangchuk from the location [3]. In response to Wangchuk's removal, Dipke had begun an indefinite hunger strike earlier that day [2]. The atmosphere at the site had already been marked by chaos and instability prior to the ink attack [3].
Security and attendees at the scene witnessed the encounter, which was captured in video footage [1]. While the identity and motives of the woman have not been detailed in the primary reports, the act occurred amidst a broader climate of political unrest [2].
Dipke, whose name appears in reports as both Abhijeet and Abhijit, continues to lead the demonstration [1, 2]. The protest remains active as supporters gather to demand the reinstatement of their colleagues, and the protection of their right to assemble [3].
“A woman threw an ink-like liquid at CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke”
The attack on a prominent activist during a hunger strike signals a volatile environment at one of India's primary protest hubs. By targeting a leader who is intentionally fasting, the act underscores the high stakes and emotional volatility currently surrounding the demands of the CJP and the supporters of Sonam Wangchuk.
