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Dhruv Rathee joins Bengaluru protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation
Rathee said he is not on anyone’s payroll and urged all Indians to support the cause.
By Felo News Desk · Published
In an exclusive interview with The News Minute, Indian YouTuber and influencer Dhruv Rathee said he attended a protest in Bengaluru organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and a rollback of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Rathee emphasized that he is not affiliated with any political regime, stating, “I’m not on anyone’s payroll. I’m not here for a regime change.” He added that his presence at the rally was meant to raise issues he believes affect every Indian.
The interview, recorded on 9 October 2026, also referenced recent comments by Elon Musk about alleged obstruction of Starlink in India, which prompted Rathee to clarify his neutrality.
Describing the atmosphere, Rathee said the crowd’s energy was “crazy” and that supporters encouraged him to speak. He reiterated his long‑standing support for the CJP’s demands: the resignation of the CEC, appointment of a neutral successor, and reversal of the SIR changes.
Looking ahead to a larger march in Delhi on 10 October, Rathee noted that many police officers he met appeared sympathetic, though some might be acting under orders. He expressed hope that, if the situation deteriorates, most officers would side with the nation rather than merely follow directives.
When asked about the broader opposition bloc (the INDIA alliance), Rathee welcomed the unity of parties and citizens across age groups, saying the issue concerns “every single citizen in the country.”
Key facts
- Dhruv Rathee attended a Bengaluru protest organized by the Cockroach Janata Party demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. (thenewsminute.com)
- Rathee said he is not on anyone’s payroll and is not there for a regime change. (thenewsminute.com)
- He called for a rollback of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. (thenewsminute.com)
- Rathee described the protest crowd’s energy as "crazy" and noted police officers he met were supportive. (thenewsminute.com)
- He highlighted support from all political parties and age groups for the cause. (thenewsminute.com)
Sources
- [1] thenewsminute.com — originally reported as “Voter fraud happened under Gyanesh Kumar: : Dhruv Rathee”
