FIR Filed Against 300 CJP Protesters in Goa Over Anti-Hindutva Slogans
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By gbnewsindia• Published 18 Oct 2026• Updated 18 Oct 2026
Goa police registered an FIR on October 11 against 300 unidentified protesters of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) in the state capital Panaji. Police stated that slogans such as ‘Down with Hindutva’ were raised during the protest, which hurt the religious sentiments of the Hindu community and created the potential for disturbing communal harmony.
Key Points of the FIR
- 300 unidentified individuals were involved in the protest.
- Slogans included phrases like ‘Down with Hindutva’.
- Police registered the case under Sections 196 and 299 of the Indian Justice Code (BNS) 2023.
- The complainant, Ramprasad Kelkar (Talegaon), filed the FIR based on a video circulated on social media.
- Panaji Police Inspector Vijay Kumar Chodankar stated this was an attempt to deliberately hurt religious harmony and sentiments.
Background and Cause
According to the complainant, the CJP protested demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and raised concerns over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list and name removals. The party’s female coordinator sought permission from the North Goa Collector but the application was rejected. Despite this, the protest was held.
Police Action and Judicial Process
Following the disposal, the district administration detained seven protesters who entered Azad Maidan without permission. Subsequently, the Bombay High Court heard a habeas corpus petition late on October 11 and ordered their release.
State Government Response
Former Chief Minister Pramod Sawant stated that an investigation is underway and the state will not tolerate any attempts to disrupt communal harmony. He assured strict action against those involved in such activities.
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Summary
- FIR registered against 300 unidentified CJP protesters in Panaji.
- Accused of raising slogans like ‘Down with Hindutva’.
- Case filed under Sections 196 and 299 of the Indian Justice Code 2023.
- FIR filed by Ramprasad Kelkar based on social media video evidence.
- State government assures no tolerance for acts disturbing communal harmony.
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