Congress MP Manickam Tagore has hit out at Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh for alleging foreign funding against members of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP). Speaking in Chennai today Tagore asked him if he had evidence he should file a police complaint.
In a statement shared with news agency ANI, the Congress leader said that allegations were baseless and asked who was responsible for serious accusations being made without evidence going through proper legal channels.
Tagore’s response has given another political dimension to the CJP controversy, foreign funding allegations and protests over SIR of electoral rolls.
What Did Manickam Tagore Say?
Tagore responded to Jitendra Singh’s remarks by saying that concrete evidence should be given rather than political statements.
He said if the Union Minister had proof of illegal foreign funding he should go to the police and take action formally. Tagore added that ministers with constitutional responsibilities should be careful before making allegations against individuals or organisations.
The Congress MP’s response echoes the opposition demand for accountability and transparency in foreign funding claims and alleged links with overseas organisations.
What Are Jitendra Singh's Allegations?
The controversy started when Union Minister Jitendra Singh in Bengaluru had alleged that CJP activists were being given money from unauthorised sources.
In his statement Singh said foreign donors and organisations were supporting people associated with the group. He reportedly named CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and co-founder Ashutosh Ranka while accusing them of financial connections.
Singh also referred to anti-India organisations, foreign funded NGOs and other sources that he said were involved in activities against the government.
These statements have caused political reactions (opposition leaders questioning the evidence behind allegations).
CJP Funding Row and SIR Controversy
The funding allegations have arisen during political wrangling over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
The SIR exercise has become a major political issue as opposition parties have raised concerns about voter verification, electoral transparency and how it may impact on voters.
CJP has been in the news through its protest activities and criticism of government policies. The minister’s allegations have put funding and activities into the political arena.
But claims of foreign financial support and links with its members should be regarded as allegations unless independently established through official investigations or documentary evidence.
#WATCH | Chennai, Tamil Nadu: On Minister Jitendra Singh's statement, Congress MP Manickam Tagore says, "... Jitendra Singh should file a police complaint if he has proof. Such baseless claims must stop. As a Minister of State, he should act responsibly..." https://t.co/mVyzvNsXCW
— ANI (@ANI) November 5, 2026
Congress Questions Minister's Responsibility
Tagore’s response shows Congress’s demand that serious allegations must be backed up with verifiable evidence.
The MP said that public accusations of foreign funding and connections with overseas political figures “should not be limited to media statements”.
His demand for a police complaint moves the focus to formal investigation and accountability. Other opposition leaders have also questioned the claims and demanded greater transparency.
What Happens Next?
The political exchange between Manickam Tagore and Jitendra Singh has sharpened the debate on CJP, foreign funding and SIR exercise.
As of November 5, 2026 no such information has been given to us that the Union Minister had filed a police complaint in connection with these allegations.
The next steps will depend on whether the minister produces supporting evidence or takes legal action. Until then the claims and counterclaims are part of an ongoing political controversy.
The episode emphasizes again how evidence, transparency and responsible public statements are needed when allegations of national security and foreign financial influence are involved.
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