The Impressive TimesNew Delhi, October 14, 2026: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday criticised the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) over its protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, questioning the group’s focus on Delhi and alleging that its demonstrations were driven by political considerations.
Addressing a press conference, Gupta questioned the objections raised against the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, stating that similar revisions had been conducted previously, irrespective of which party was in power at the state or central level.
“Why were there no voices raised against it earlier? Why are such objections being raised now?” she asked.
The Chief Minister questioned whether CJP would raise similar objections if the exercise were conducted in states such as Tamil Nadu or Kerala, where the political circumstances differ from those in Delhi.
“You want to oppose the system functioning in a democracy simply because you have failed to form the government,” Gupta said, challenging the group to explain whether its concerns extended to states beyond the national capital.
She also alleged that the protests had caused Delhi losses worth thousands of crores of rupees, attributing the disruption to ongoing demonstrations and sit-ins.
Gupta further accused CJP of functioning as the Aam Aadmi Party’s “B-team”, claiming that the group was pursuing a political agenda associated with the party. These remarks reflect the Chief Minister’s allegations; CJP’s response was not included in the report.
Gupta’s comments came after CJP leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were sent to five-day judicial custody in connection with an alleged breach of restrictions at Jantar Mantar, which had been de-notified as a designated protest site earlier in the week.
The protests were directed against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the electoral revision exercise.
The issue has also drawn reactions from opposition leaders. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi previously backed CJP following the detention of Das and Ranka, arguing that waving the national flag at Jantar Mantar was not a crime.
Gupta also criticised the Congress, alleging that the party was associating with people abroad whom she accused of being hostile to India.
She said the country was progressing under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and alleged that opposition groups were attempting to undermine that progress.
The remarks come amid continuing political exchanges over the CJP protests, the Special Intensive Revision exercise and the detention of the group’s leaders. The dispute has brought questions about electoral processes, the right to protest and the enforcement of restrictions at designated demonstration sites into sharper focus.
![UEFA Champions League: 10-men United fall 2-0 to Atleti; Viking hold Bayern to 3-3 draw ANI | Updated: Oct 14, 2026 09:08 IST Madrid [Spain], October 14 (ANI): Manchester United’s 2026/27 season is turning out to be a disaster after the club showed promise following Michael Carrick taking the helm of the club in January, as it faced another loss on Tuesday (local time). In its first away fixture for this season’s UEFA Champions League at the Estadio Metropolitano stadium, the Red Devils were handed a 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid, causing the club more misery as it also struggles domestically. Pablo Barrios scored inside the opening minute for Atletico before substitute Ademola Lookman sealed the victory late in the second half. Barrios capitalised on an early lapse in Manchester United’s defence to put Atletico ahead within the first 60 seconds of the match. Despite the initial shock of conceding so early, United pushed for an equaliser, with Bryan Mbeumo leading the attack on most occasions without any significant result. The hosts controlled much of the first half with their high-intensity pressing and possession. Alejandro Grimaldo came close to extending the lead with a free kick that struck the woodwork. Manchester United looked to respond after the break but struggled to create any clear chances against Atletico’s defence. Bruno Fernandes came close to equalising in the 70th minute, rattling the crossbar with an effort from distance. ‹› United’s task became more difficult in the 74th minute when defender Leny Yoro received a red card over a reckless challenge on Jonathan David. Atletico made their numerical advantage count five minutes later. Lookman, who had come on as a substitute, reacted quickest after goalkeeper Senne Lammens parried Jonathan David’s initial shot and found the back of the net in the 79th minute to seal the victory. Both teams have now recorded one win and one defeat in the opening stages of the Champions League league phase. Elsewhere, Norwegian side Viking FK held Bayern Munich to a dramatic 3-3 draw in the league phase. Viking mounted a late comeback to earn a draw after Bayern had overturned a two-goal deficit. At the Viking Stadion in Stavanger, Norwegian side Viking FK held Bayern Munich to a 3-3 draw, scoring a dramatic late equaliser after the German side had overturned a two-goal deficit. Gianni Stensness gave Viking an early lead in the second minute with a header from a corner before Peter Christiansen doubled their advantage in the 38th minute. Bayern responded after the break, with Harry Kane scoring twice in the 54th and 60th minutes to level the score. Luis Diaz put the visitors ahead in the 71st minute. However, Bayern were reduced to 10 men three minutes later after Michael Olise received his second yellow card. Viking capitalised on the advantage as Herman Haugen scored in the 90th minute to secure a 3-3 draw. With one win and one draw, Bayern are placed fourth with four points, while Viking are 26th with a draw and a loss. (ANI)](https://impressivetimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/TIT-Website-Image-4-5.jpg)
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