Protesters in Delhi and Mumbai have gathered to demand the resignation of India's Chief Election Commissioner over the deletion of voters from electoral rolls.
Thousands of demonstrators in Mumbai and hundreds in Delhi have called for the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar, India's Chief Election Commissioner, following the mass deletion of voters from electoral rolls. The protests in Delhi were led by student groups and political parties, while Mumbai's demonstration was organized by the Cockroach Janta Party.
Delhi Police detained over 700 individuals, including opposition leaders and student organization members, at Jantar Mantar. Authorities had not granted permission for the protests, citing prohibitory orders to prevent assembly and demonstrations. Protesters allege irregularities in the revision of electoral rolls, which led to the removal of eligible voters.
Why it matters
The protests highlight concerns over electoral integrity and the impact on voter participation in India.
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What to watch
The response of the Election Commission and potential changes to the electoral roll revision process.
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