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Delhi Police Denies Permission for October 2 Election Protest
Some groups planned a protest in New Delhi on October 2.
They wanted to criticize Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
They raised concerns about voter lists and how elections are conducted.
They also objected to a process called the Special Intensive Revision.
Delhi Police said the gathering could attract thousands of people.
Police therefore refused permission and increased security around Jantar Mantar.
The organisers still called on people to join the protest.
Their supporters say they are protecting people's right to vote, while police say they must control an unauthorised gathering.
Delhi Police denied permission for a proposed October 2 protest at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The protest was called by the All India Students' Association, Manoj Jha and Prashant Bhushan.
Organisers seek Kumar's impeachment or resignation over alleged electoral-roll and election irregularities.
Police estimated that 3,000 to 4,000 people could attend and deployed Central Armed Police Forces personnel.
The protest relates to concerns over the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
- Who
- The protest was called by the All India Students' Association, Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Jha and Supreme Court lawyer Prashant Bhushan; Delhi Police denied permission.
- What
- A proposed protest seeking action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral-roll and election irregularities.
- Where
- Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, with security also increased across the New Delhi district.
- When
- The protest was planned for October 2 at 11 am; police announced the denial on Thursday.
- Why
- Organisers raised concerns about the Election Commission's handling of electoral rolls, the Special Intensive Revision exercise and the protection of voting rights.
Organisers and Supporters
Delhi Police
Reason for the protest
Organisers and Supporters
Organisers say concerns about electoral rolls, the Special Intensive Revision and election conduct threaten citizens' voting rights and warrant Kumar's resignation or impeachment.
Delhi Police
Police denied permission and prepared for a potentially large gathering, citing the need to regulate movement and prevent an unauthorised gathering.
Planned gathering
Organisers and Supporters
The organisers called on people to attend at Jantar Mantar on October 2 at 11 am, with support expected from opposition and student groups.
Delhi Police
Police estimated that 3,000 to 4,000 people might attend and increased security around Jantar Mantar and other sensitive locations.
Key facts
- Proposed venue
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Planned date and time
- October 2 at 11 am
- Police estimate
- Around 3,000 to 4,000 attendees
- Main target
- Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
- Organisers
- All India Students' Association, Manoj Jha and Prashant Bhushan
- Security measures
- Central Armed Police Forces personnel, Delhi Police teams, barricades and additional staff at entry and exit points
- Related protest
- The Cockroach Janta Party announced a separate October 2 protest in Mumbai and called for a Jail Bharo Andolan after permission was denied.
Quotes
Manish Sisodia
Former Delhi deputy chief minister who urged people on X to attend the gathering
“Come to Jantar Mantar on October 2nd to demand Gyanesh Kumar's resignation. Otherwise, the right to vote is being snatched away today, tomorrow all other rights will also be taken away.”
deccanchronicle.com
Sources
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