Thousands of demonstrators marched to India's Supreme Court to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of electoral roll fraud, as police imposed strict security measures ahead of the protest. The march, called 'March for Democracy,' followed a series of demonstrations and led to the detention of thousands of protesters in Delhi.
Opposition leaders, including Congress' Rahul Gandhi, led the march, which was supported by civil society groups and opposition parties. Gandhi submitted a petition to the court challenging the electoral roll revisions, which critics say disproportionately affect minority voters. The Election Commission and BJP denied the allegations, stating the revisions were legal and that voters could re-enroll if wrongly deleted.
The Delhi Police restricted access to key protest sites and closed six metro stations, citing security concerns. The CJP, a youth-led group, threatened to call a new protest if no date was given for a peaceful demonstration. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between the opposition and the government over electoral processes and democratic integrity.
The Election Commission and BJP rejected the claims, asserting the revisions were lawful and that voters could re-enroll if wrongly deleted. The CJP and opposition parties continue to demand Kumar's resignation, citing concerns over the impact on minority voters and the integrity of India's democracy.