# CHP 103rd anniversary amid internal political tensions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/republican-peoples-party-103rd-anniversary > Updated: 2026-09-10T11:04:00.000Z. Sources: 38. Developments: 2. The Republican People's Party (CHP) celebrated its 103rd anniversary with commemorative events across Turkey, including visits to Anıtkabir by former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu and local branch ceremonies in cities such as Ordu, Trabzon, and Osmaniye. During the official programs, party leaders and representatives from 81 provinces gathered at Anıtkabir to honor Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Kılıçdaroğlu signed the Anıtkabir Special Register, emphasizing the party’s commitment to Republican values. However, the anniversary also highlighted internal political tensions. CHP Group President Faik Öztrak expressed “deep disappointment” regarding the absence of Ankara Metropolitan Mayor Mansur Yavaş from the Anıtkabir ceremony. Öztrak also criticized comments made by journalist Mustafa Balbay concerning the potential closure of the CHP. The anniversary reception at the party headquarters saw lower attendance than the morning ceremonies. While figures such as Muharrem İnce and Gürsel Erol participated, several prominent mayors, including Vahap Seçer and Zeydan Karalar, did not attend. The atmosphere at the headquarters was described as subdued. Amidst these events, recent polling regarding Mansur Yavaş’s political future indicates varying public opinions on whether he should remain in the CHP, join a new party, or run independently. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: CHP marks 103rd anniversary amid internal political tensions The CHP celebrated its 103rd anniversary with ceremonies at Anıtkabir, amid internal tensions regarding Mansur Yavaş's absence and debates over the party's political direction. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/republican-peoples-party-marks-103rd-anniversary-in-ankara ### 2026-09-08: CHP marks 103rd anniversary as Mansur Yavaş meets Erdoğan The CHP celebrated its 103rd anniversary with nationwide events and Anıtkabir visits, while Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavaş met President Erdoğan to discuss capital infrastructure and metro investments. 29 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yeni-parti-prepares-for-congress-and-leadership-shifts --- Cite as: CHP 103rd anniversary amid internal political tensions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/republican-peoples-party-103rd-anniversary