The INDIA bloc is launching a major political offensive against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, demanding his removal over controversies surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and alleged voter deletions.
Key Highlights of the Opposition’s Strategy:
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The Parliament-to-EC March: MPs from the INDIA alliance are gathering at the Makar Dwar of Parliament to march to Nirvachan Sadan (the Election Commission headquarters) in New Delhi. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and other prominent opposition leaders are expected to join the demonstration.
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Expanded Opposition Alignment: The Congress party has extended invitations to key non-formal alliance partners like the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the DMK to build a unified front.
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Nationwide ‘Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao’ Campaign: The Congress has laid out an aggressive roadmap leading up to the Winter Session of Parliament:
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October 10–20: Block-level campaigns, bicycle/motorcycle rallies, distribution of leaflets, and effigy burnings.
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October 25–November 25: Booth-level Chaupals (public meetings) led by senior leaders.
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November 1: A massive public rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan.
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November 26 (“Constitution Day”): Six separate marches from surrounding regions converging in Delhi under the “Chalo Delhi” banner.
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Parliamentary & Legal Push: Following the nationwide outreach, the Opposition intends to move an impeachment motion against the CEC during the Winter Session. Meanwhile, the legal battle continues, with the Supreme Court reviewing petitions concerning the poll body’s internal decision-making processes.
