INDIA bloc to take SIR fight to streets from Oct 2

The INDIA bloc will launch district-level Save Democracy marches from October 2 to 8 as part of their four-point protest programme against the Election Commission. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced the plan at a press conference, stating that all Opposition MPs will march to the Election Commission on October 6 and that leaders will seek a meeting with the President of India.

Kharge emphasized the importance of fighting together as a united front to protect democracy. The bloc will push for the use of electoral rolls from before the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in future elections and demand greater transparency in the revision process. They also seek prior notice, reasons for deletions, and an effective appeal mechanism for voters affected by the changes.

Additionally, Kharge supports a return to ballot paper voting and criticizes electronic voting machines. The Opposition parties aim to convey to the people that the elections are stolen and that Narendra Modi and Amit Shah have destroyed democracy.