Is BJP using the Jharkhand protest as a political tool to counter pressure from Delhi?

12 August, 2026, 10:55 am

Last modified: 12 August, 2026, 10:56 am

Is BJP using the Jharkhand protest as a political tool to counter pressure from Delhi?

12 August, 2026, 10:55 am

Last modified: 12 August, 2026, 10:56 am

Abhijit Deepak, founder of the 'Cockroach Janata Party' (CJP), has come out in support of the protesting students in Jharkhand, India. Meanwhile, the ruling BJP government is attempting to capitalize on the protests in this state, which is governed by an opposition alliance.

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