Anti-CEC protests continue; journalists detained despite SC order, Rahul Gandhi announces march to Supreme Court as Delhi braces for fresh curbs
Restrictions likely to return as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeals to all to join INDIA bloc march to the Supreme Court; epicentre of protest shifts from Jantar Mantar to Connaught Place
On October 11, 2026, protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar continued in Delhi, as youth organizations demanded his resignation. Despite a Supreme Court directive on October 10, around a dozen journalists were detained while covering the protest. The protests, marked by clashes with security forces, saw several activists injured and beaten.
Rahul Gandhi announced a march to the Supreme Court on Monday, calling on supporters to join the demonstration. Despite relaxed security measures post-court hearing, the mood remained cautious, with low footfall in central Delhi areas, even as barricades remained.
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