Attack on Abhijeet Dipke
Jaipur: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has broken his silence after he was slapped during a protest in Jaipur, saying that violence would not deter his movement and that he would continue to raise his voice through peaceful means.
The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared on social media, sparked a scuffle at the protest venue and triggered strong reactions online.
Reacting on alleged assault, Dipke took to X and described physical attacks as a sign of weakness.
"Physical attacks are a sign of fear and cowardice. We will continue to raise our voices peacefully. I am a follower of Gandhi and Ambedkar, and I will keep fighting this battle with peace and love," he wrote.
His remarks appeared to signal that the protest movement would continue despite the disruption and confrontation witnessed during the gathering.
Physical attacks are a sign of fear and cowardice.
We will continue to raise our voices peacefully. I am a follower of Gandhi and Ambedkar, and I will keep fighting this battle with peace and love.
PS: Dharmendra Pradhan must resign!
— Abhijeet Dipke (@abhijeet_dipke) June 15, 2026
In the same post, Dipke also reiterated his demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
"PS: Dharmendra Pradhan must resign!" he added.
The demand comes amid ongoing protests and criticism over issues related to education, examinations and student concerns.
The protest took a dramatic turn when an unidentified individual allegedly confronted Dipke before slapping him in front of attendees. Videos circulating online appear to show tensions escalating moments later, with members of the crowd reportedly intervening and a scuffle breaking out at the venue.
The incident has since gone viral on social media, drawing reactions from supporters and critics alike.
Several clips from the protest have been widely shared online, with users debating both the alleged assault on Dipke and the subsequent confrontation involving the accused individual.
Authorities are yet to issue a detailed statement regarding the incident, and it remains unclear whether any formal complaint has been lodged.
