Abhijeet Dipke's Family Relocates Ahead Of His Return To India, Police Guard Empty Home

The family of Boston-based activist Abhijeet Dipke has reportedly relocated from their residence in Maharashtra as attention intensifies around his planned return to India and a proposed protest over issues in the country's education system.

According to reports, police personnel are currently stationed outside the Dipke family's home in the MIDC Waluj area of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, even though the residence is vacant. The family is said to have quietly moved to an undisclosed location a few days ago amid concerns surrounding Abhijeet Dipke's upcoming arrival in India.

Dipke, 30, recently drew national attention after calling on supporters to "meet me at the airport" on June 6. The Boston-based activist and founder of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced plans to undertake a peaceful march from the airport to Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, highlighting what he describes as systemic failures in India's education system.

Family Denies Receiving Threats

Despite relocating, Dipke's father Bhagwanrao Dipke has clarified that the family has not received any direct threats.

"Being a father, my concerns are obvious," Bhagwanrao Dipke reportedly said. A retired engineer with the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), he admitted that he initially attempted to persuade his son against launching the campaign.

However, he said that once Abhijeet made up his mind, there was little left for the family to say. Bhagwanrao added that his son has assured them that he will remain within the legal framework during the protest.

The family has not disclosed its current location.

Activist Prepared For Arrest

Meanwhile, advocate and human rights activist Asim Sarode revealed that Abhijeet Dipke had contacted him seeking support for the proposed protest.

According to Sarode, Dipke is prepared for the possibility of arrest and believes the issues he is raising affect not only students but also their families.

Dipke reportedly feels that concerns surrounding examinations such as NEET impact nearly 70 to 80 lakh people, including students and parents, making it a matter of national importance.

Protest Planned In Delhi

The activist has also invited several prominent personalities to join the demonstration, including educator Sonam Wangchuk, actor Prakash Raj, social activist Vishambhar Chaudhary and senior journalist Nikhil Wagle.

While Dipke is the founder of the Cockroach Janata Party, he has reportedly maintained that he does not intend to launch a political outfit. Instead, he says his campaign is aimed at drawing attention to educational reforms and issues affecting students across the country.

As June 6 approaches, authorities continue to monitor developments closely. With police guarding the family's empty residence and public interest growing around Dipke's return, the spotlight remains firmly on the activist and the protest he plans to lead in the national capital.