Viral video shows Cockroach Janata Party founder slapped during Jaipur protest
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke was allegedly slapped by an unidentified man during a protest in Jaipur, India.
- The incident occurred while supporters were carrying Dipke on their shoulders, and videos show him attempting to de-escalate the situation.
- Police are reviewing social media footage as they investigate the altercation, but no formal statement or arrests have been announced.
A protest in Jaipur, India, led by Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, devolved into chaos when an unidentified man allegedly slapped Dipke amidst a public gathering. The incident, which occurred on Monday, was captured in videos circulating on social media.
Reports indicate the alleged assault took place while Dipke's supporters were carrying him on their shoulders during the demonstration. Footage widely shared online appears to show an individual approaching Dipke before striking him. Following the alleged assault, tensions flared as members of the crowd reportedly confronted and attacked the accused man, leading to a physical altercation.
In several videos, Dipke can be seen attempting to calm the situation and urging participants not to assault the individual involved. Despite his efforts, emotions ran high, and the situation momentarily deteriorated. Police have acknowledged the incident and are expected to review the available video evidence as part of their preliminary assessment. As of now, no formal statement regarding arrests or further details has been released.
Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.