Over 700 protesters were detained in Delhi during nationwide demonstrations demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in electoral-roll revisions and voter deletions. Thousands gathered at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park despite police restrictions, with additional protests held in Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Patna.Opposition parties, student organizations, and youth groups called for greater electoral transparency and accountability.
Meanwhile, the Election Commission dismissed claims of internal dissent, asserting that decisions regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) were unanimous. The widespread demonstrations have heightened public debate on voter rights, electoral reforms, and the independence of the Election Commission.
