Update: Protests held across country demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s ouster, hundreds detained | Haerriz News
October 02: Protests held across country demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s ouster, hundreds detained Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slams police action on protesters, says ‘lathi can stop a crowd, but not a question’; political parties, activists and students take out rallies across States seeking electoral reforms and rollback of SIR, according to Times of India - India.
What Happened
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slams police action on protesters, says ‘lathi can stop a crowd, but not a question’; political parties, activists and students take out rallies across States seeking electoral reforms and rollback of SIR.
Demonstrations are intensifying in Delhi and Mumbai, with protesters calling for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over perceived electoral roll issues. Approximately 700 individuals were detained in Delhi at Jantar Mantar (Times of India - India).
Rahul Gandhi has called for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation during ongoing protests. These protests arose over allegations of irregularities in the electoral-roll revision exercise (Times of India - India).
Key Details
- Protests held across country demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s ouster, hundreds detained Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slams police action on protesters, says ‘lathi can stop a crowd, but not a question’; political parties, activists and students take out rallies across States seeking electoral reforms and rollback of SIR
Background
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Why It Matters
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What Happens Next
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Verification: This report is based on 2 source(s) (The Hindu - National, Times of India - India). Last verified: 03 October 2026, 12:00 AM IST.
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Sources
- Primary: The Hindu - National - Protests held across country demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s ouster, hundreds detained
- Secondary: Times of India - India - Protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Over 700 detained in Delhi, thousands attend CJP stir in Mumbai - top developments
- Secondary: Times of India - India - Rahul Gandhi demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation as protests erupt in Delhi, Mumbai
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