Mumbai Protest In Support Of Rahul Gandhi Held Outside CSMT Despite Police Denying Permission

Mumbai saw a protest near the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) on November 1, 2026, in support of Rahul Gandhi's ongoing demonstration at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan. The Mumbai Police had initially denied permission for the demonstration. No cases had been registered against participants as of the protest's cancellation.

Social activist Tushar Gandhi, who planned the 'Tiranga Constitution Satyagraha' march, was unable to attend due to health concerns. The 'Hum Bharat Ke Log' organisation, a coalition including Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), Samajwadi Party, and CPI, were present near Sir Pherozeshah Mehta’s statue outside the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters. They raised slogans against the central government and alleged vote theft.

Samajwadi Party state president Abu Asim Azmi expressed frustration over the lack of democratic freedom in the country, likening it to the British era. Actress Kunika Lal criticized the restrictions on protest rights, questioning the cancellation of similar demonstrations for political figures like Imran Khan. She accused the government of targeting Bollywood stars.

The protest was ultimately called off by Azmi, who cited potential career repercussions for the demonstrators if police filed cases against them.