
Aug 18, 2026
✦Indian Express
CJP alleges BJP 'threats', state 'pressure' led to Kolkata meet-up cancellation; says six halls refused venue
The Cockroach Janata Party on Tuesday alleged that its Kolkata meet-up was cancelled after BJP leaders threatened venue owners. Asutosh Ranka said, "Our scheduled Kolkata Meet-Up at Bharat Sabha Hall in North Kolkata has now been cancelled." Six other halls also refused to host the event, citing massive state pressure.