In Brief:
- Sonam Wangchuk disapproves of abusive language against PM Modi despite controversy.
- He supports CJP functioning as a pressure group amid student protests in Jharkhand.
- Abhijeet Dipke said CJP will act as a pressure group to support protests.
- Both Wangchuk and Dipke back ongoing student movements in Jharkhand.
Scientist and activist Sonam Wangchuk said he does not endorse the use of abusive language against political leaders, referring to videos from the student protest at Jantar Mantar where such remarks were made. However, he stressed that political leaders should reflect on the circumstances and grievances that pushed students to such a level of frustration. The comments come amid tensions linked to protests by students in Jharkhand.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the satirical political outfit Cockroach Janta Party, said on Wednesday that the party would head to Jharkhand in support of the ongoing student protests. He also said that Sonam Wangchuk would remain the group's mentor.
The Jharkhand student protests have drawn attention nationwide, with CJP declaring its intention to strengthen advocacy for these grassroots movements. Both the activists emphasized the importance of peaceful advocacy without resorting to disrespectful language towards government leaders.
