
India· DelhiDelhi Metro Disrupted Ahead of CJP Protest Over Voter-Roll Irregularities
Delhi Metro and train services are being suspended, and thousands of police deployed, ahead of a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of the Election Commission chief.
Background
India's Election Commission, responsible for overseeing elections, has faced scrutiny in recent years regarding the integrity of voter rolls and electoral processes. Opposition parties and civil society groups have frequently raised concerns about alleged irregularities, leading to protests and demands for reform.
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Delhi Metro and Train Services Disrupted Ahead of CJP Protest
First report 6h agoLast update 1h agoConcerns are raised about the extensive travel disruptions, including metro and train shutdowns, and internet restrictions, which are seen as an attempt to suppress the right to protest.
Activists and opposition parties are demanding the resignation of Election Commission chief Gyanesh Kumar, alleging voter-roll irregularities and election fraud, and are mobilizing for protests.
Delhi Police are stepping up checks and taking preventive measures to verify details and prevent potential law-and-order disruptions during the planned protest.
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking investigation of FIRs related to a previous Jantar Mantar student protest, stating it does not want students entangled in court proceedings.
India's Election Commission Chief Gyanesh Kumar Faces Protests Over Voter Roll Irregularities
First report 4h agoLast update 1h agoActivists and opposition parties are organizing widespread protests, including in Delhi, to demand the resignation of Election Commission chief Gyanesh Kumar due to alleged voter list manipulation.
The government is accused of suppressing the planned protests by deploying thousands of police, closing metro stations, and detaining activists, indicating fear of the public's right to protest.
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