
Aug 18, 2026
✦Deccan Chronicle
BJP Threats, State Pressure Led To Kolkata Meet-Up Cancellation: CJP Leader
The Cockroach Janata Party on Tuesday said its Kolkata meet-up was cancelled after venue owners received threats from BJP leaders. CJP leader Asutosh Ranka claimed six other halls also refused to host them due to state pressure. The BJP denied these charges, calling the allegations baseless and completely fabricated instead.