'Hope for best, prepare for worst': Sonam Wangchuk warns of hunger strike if CJP protesters are arrested

Wangchuk, who has extended his support to the protest, said he would travel from Ladakh to the national capital to participate in the programme.

Warning over arrests

In a video message, Wangchuk expressed confidence in India's democratic framework and the right to peaceful expression.

"I fully believe in India's vibrant democracy where free expression is allowed in the national capital. But if any of the members of the group is arrested, I would be compelled to go on a hunger strike for six weeks," he said.

Support for Jantar Mantar demonstration

The statement comes ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's planned protest at Jantar Mantar, which organisers describe as a transition from online activism to street-level mobilisation.

The campaign, led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, has called for a peaceful demonstration in the national capital and has attracted support from sections of young internet users.

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke arrived in the national capital on Saturday as the online satirical campaign group gears up for a mega protest at Jantar Mantar.

Based in the United States, Dipke landed in Delhi in the morning and was seen holding a copy of B. R. Ambedkar's autobiography while exiting the airport.

He said the demonstration would seek the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over recent examination-related controversies and alleged administrative lapses.

Police permission granted

Police have already granted permission for the protest, although Dipke had earlier announced that he would approach the local police station on Saturday to seek formal approval for the programme.

Security arrangements have been strengthened at the airport, Jantar Mantar and the official residences of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Pradhan.

From online campaign to street protest

Dipke has called for a peaceful demonstration at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on June 6, describing it as a milestone in the group's transition from an internet-based movement to street-level activism.

About the campaign

The Cockroach Janta Party emerged as an online satirical campaign that uses humour and social media engagement to critique governance and public policy issues.

The movement began following a controversy over remarks attributed to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant regarding unemployed youth.

In recent months, the initiative has gained traction among sections of young internet users, with its organisers now seeking to convert online support into real-world political activism.