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Manoj Muntashir Declares He Won’t Attend Jantar Mantar Protest, Blames ‘Desh Drohis’
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 22 Jul 2026, 07:05 PM
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Journalist Manoj Muntashir has publicly stated that he will not attend the Jantar Mantar protest, accusing the gathering of being hijacked by ‘desh drohis’ and criticizing the Chief Justice of India's demonstration.
The protest at Jantar Mantar, organized by the Chief Justice of India, has drawn widespread attention across the country.
In a recent interview, journalist Manoj Muntashir made a stark statement, saying he would never attend the protest and labeling the gathering as hijacked by ‘desh drohis’ – a term he used to describe what he sees as misguided patriotic zeal.
Muntashir’s remarks come amid growing criticism of the Chief Justice’s public demonstrations, with many questioning the appropriateness of a senior judicial figure engaging in political rallies.
The journalist’s comments have sparked debate among media circles, with some defending his right to critique, while others argue that his language may inflame tensions surrounding the protest.
In a recent interview, journalist Manoj Muntashir made a stark statement, saying he would never attend the protest and labeling the gathering as hijacked by ‘desh drohis’ – a term he used to describe what he sees as misguided patriotic zeal.
Muntashir’s remarks come amid growing criticism of the Chief Justice’s public demonstrations, with many questioning the appropriateness of a senior judicial figure engaging in political rallies.
The journalist’s comments have sparked debate among media circles, with some defending his right to critique, while others argue that his language may inflame tensions surrounding the protest.