Delhi Protests Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Hundreds Detained Amid Crackdown
What Happened
Large protests erupted in Delhi over demands for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with opposition parties, student groups and civil society activists alleging irregularities in the electoral roll revision process. Delhi Police, citing prohibitory orders and lack of permission for the demonstrations, detained hundreds of protesters near Jantar Mantar and surrounding areas. Reports put the number of detainees between several hundred and nearly 1,000, including political leaders and student activists.
Key Takeaways
The protests have escalated into a major political flashpoint, with opposition groups accusing authorities of suppressing dissent while police maintain that the detentions were necessary to enforce restrictions and maintain public order. Organisers have signalled further demonstrations in the coming days.