INDIA Bloc To Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Seek Meeting With CJI
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi announced on Sunday that opposition parties would take to the streets again, alleging that Delhi Police and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers used violence against students and women during the CJP-led protest.
The opposition bloc is scheduled to march towards the Supreme Court at 1:30 pm on Monday. Rahul Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge are also seeking a meeting with Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant to raise allegations of "vote chori".
The protest is expected to focus on the opposition's concerns over the electoral process and the alleged irregularities surrounding the SIR exercise.
Rahul Gandhi Lead Protest March To Supreme Court Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar, SIR
INDIA bloc MPs, including Rahul Gandhi, held a protest march in Delhi and announced plans to approach the Supreme Court over CEC Gyanesh Kumar and their allegations regarding the SIR process.
Congress MP and senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi leads advocates' protest against the alleged vote theft.
Akhilesh Yadav Says Any Protest Site Can Become Jantar Mantar
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav arrived in New Delhi on Monday and reacted to Jantar Mantar being de-notified as a designated protest site, saying any place where they stage a demonstration can become a Jantar Mantar.
Rahul Gandhi Leads INDIA Bloc's 'Chalo Dilli March'
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is leading the INDIA bloc's 'Chalo Dilli – March for Democracy' from Connaught Place towards the Supreme Court on Monday. The march is being held against the Election Commission over alleged vote theft, with opposition leaders seeking to submit a petition to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
Delhi HC Seeks Police Status Report On Activist Nadeem Khan's Alleged Confinement
The Delhi High Court on Monday sought a status report from Delhi Police over civil rights activist Nadeem Khan's allegation that he was confined at the Jamaat-e-Islami Hind headquarters in Abul Fazal Enclave on September 29. Khan, National Secretary of the Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR), alleged that police personnel kept him there from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Bar Associations Extend Solidarity To Lawyers Detained During October 10 Protest
Bar associations across India have expressed solidarity with lawyers allegedly assaulted and detained by Delhi Police during the October 10 protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Bar and Bench reported.
CJP Leader Abhijeet Dipke Reacts To Jantar Mantar Being No Longer Designated Protest Site
Jantar Mantar No Longer Designated Protest Site, Delhi Police Names 3 Alternatives
Delhi Police has de-notified Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site under a standing order issued on October 11 by Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar. Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi have been designated as alternative venues for protests. A revised SOP for demonstrations at the new sites will be issued separately.
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Police, RAF Deployed As Leaders Arrive For SC March
Heavy security arrangements are in place around the Constitution Club in Delhi as INDIA bloc leaders arrive for their planned march to the Supreme Court against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of “vote chori”.
Delhi Police personnel and Rapid Action Force (RAF) teams have been deployed to maintain law and order. Detentions are possible if protesters attempt to breach barricades or defy police directions.
'200 Officers From Your Govt In Touch With Us,' Rahul Gandhi To PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi during his special press conference claimed that at least 200 officers inside the Modi government, including from ED, CBI, and the Foreign Ministry, are in contact with the opposition and sharing information.
'PM Narendra Modi Is Protecting Gyanesh Kumar'
“We want to show the country that the government, PM Narendra Modi, is protecting Gyanesh Kumar,” Gandhi alleged, adding that the government was making a “big mistake”.
Rahul Gandhi Accuses PM Modi Of Protecting CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of protecting Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, ahead of the INDIA bloc's march to the Supreme Court against alleged vote theft and the Election Commission's functioning.
Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters in Delhi, Gandhi said the march aimed to bring the issue before the public.
Rahul Gandhi Addresses Congress Briefing Before March To Supreme Court
Rahul Gandhi Leaves Residence Scheduled For Press Conference
Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi leaving his Delhi residence for a scheduled press conference. The activity aligns with the INDIA bloc's announced October 12 protests and planned march to the Supreme Court demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.
Rahul Gandhi To Address Special Congress Briefing At 11:30 AM
Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to address a special party briefing at 11:30 am on Monday. The briefing will take place at Indira Bhawan, the new All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters at 9A, Kotla Marg, New Delhi.
Rahul Gandhi Posts 'March For Democracy, March For Justice' Ahead Of INDIA Bloc Protest
Ahead of the INDIA bloc's planned march to the Supreme Court on Monday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi posted on X, saying, “March for Democracy. March for Justice.” He also shared a poster of India as opposition leaders prepare to raise concerns over alleged electoral irregularities and "vote chori".
Delhi Metro Entry, Exit At 6 Stations To Remain Shut Amid Congress’ Supreme Court March
Entry and exit at six Delhi Metro stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat and Patel Chowk, will remain closed from 6 am to 4 pm on Monday due to security concerns amid Congress' call for a protest march to the Supreme Court, while interchange facilities will continue to be available at the affected stations, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said.
The six stations where entry and exit will remain closed are Patel Chowk, Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, Central Secretariat and Barakhamba Road.
Security Tightened At Connaught Place Ahead Of INDIA Bloc's Supreme Court March
Security has been tightened at Delhi's Connaught Place, with police personnel deployed and barricades put up ahead of the INDIA bloc's planned march to the Supreme Court on Monday. The opposition parties are protesting against the Election Commission over alleged electoral irregularities and claims of "vote chori".
CJI Surya Kant Says Supreme Court Doors Open To All, Explains Why He Cannot Meet INDIA Bloc Leaders
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant on Monday reiterated that the Supreme Court is open to every Indian citizen, amid the INDIA bloc's planned protest march against the Election Commission over alleged electoral irregularities.
Responding to the opposition leaders' request for a meeting, CJI Surya Kant said he had received a letter on Sunday and replied the same night, explaining why he could not meet the delegation.
"The Supreme Court's doors are open to everyone. Any petition from any common citizen or member of an elected body is welcome. Every Indian citizen has the right to approach the court, and we will hear their concerns and grant whatever is due under the law," he said.
"Protest will continue until CEC Gyanesh Kumar resigns": Bhupinder Singh Hooda
Congress leader and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Monday said the INDIA bloc’s protest march to the Supreme Court is aimed at ensuring the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
He added that the protest would continue until he steps down.
INDIA bloc is set to lead a protest march to the Supreme Court against the electoral irregularities and demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, calling on citizens across the country to join the agitation.
