Delhi Police seeks 3-day custody extension of CJP leaders Das, Ranka
Delhi Police have requested a three-day extension of judicial custody for Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka. The leaders were detained for entering a restricted protest site at Jantar Mantar, a move that has drawn criticism from several prominent Indian politicians.
Why it matters
The detention of political figures and the subsequent involvement of high-profile leaders highlights ongoing tensions regarding protest rights and civil liberties in India.
Delhi Police seeks 3-day custody extension of CJP leaders Das, Ranka left Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) chief spokesperson Saurav Das, national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka, and other supporters inside a police bus. File Special arrangement Special arrangement https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/2yqcum/article71607487.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/TH13-Lavpreet-CGRSGLJQJ1.3.jpg.jpg - **EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image received on Oct. 13, 2026, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) chief spokesperson Saurav Das, national spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka, and other supporters inside a police bus after being detained for entering Jantar Mantar despite heavy barricading and a strong security presence, in New Delhi.
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