GENERAL3 Oct 2026
Delhi Police detain nearly 1,000 during protest demanding CEC's removal
Delhi Police detained nearly 1,000 people on Friday during a protest near Jantar Mantar. The protesters, including political leaders and student activists, wanted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and mass voter deletions. No permission was given, and prohibitory orders were in place. Most detainees were released later.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Delhi Police detained nearly 1,000 people, including political leaders and activists, during a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar near Jantar Mantar on Friday.
- The protesters demanded Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and mass deletion of voters.
- No permission was granted for the protest, prohibitory orders were imposed in the New Delhi district, and many detainees were released later.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Nothing is required from you right now. If you follow this issue, check the Election Commission of India's official updates on electoral roll revision rather than relying on social media claims or protest reports.
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