New Delhi: The Congress has asked all its Members of Parliament to remain in Delhi on Monday, October 12, as the INDIA bloc prepares for another protest over alleged electoral irregularities and the detention of demonstrators during Saturday’s events in the capital.
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has announced that Opposition parties and young protesters will take to the streets again. The alliance is also planning to submit a memorandum to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, seeking accountability over the alleged treatment of protesters.
The mobilisation follows Saturday’s security clampdown ahead of a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led demonstration at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Delhi Police had denied permission for the protest, and numerous political leaders, activists and students were detained. <Cite refs={[“turn996152search2″,”turn996152search6”]}/>
Why Has Rahul Gandhi Called Another INDIA Bloc Protest?
In posts on X on Saturday, Gandhi accused the Delhi Police and BJP-RSS workers of using violence against students and women during the protest-related events. He alleged that the authorities were attempting to suppress young people and discourage dissent.
Gandhi also criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, using the nickname “Mogambo” in reference to the antagonist played by Amrish Puri in the film Mr India. He accused the government of undermining democratic institutions through alleged electoral malpractice.
These remarks represent the Congress leader’s allegations. The claims of violence involving police personnel and BJP-RSS workers have not been independently established in the material provided.
Announcing the next protest, Gandhi said the Congress, the INDIA bloc and young people would return to the streets on Monday. He also challenged Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the deployment of police personnel, saying the Opposition would not be intimidated.
Why Does The INDIA Bloc Want To Meet CJI Surya Kant?
The Opposition alliance intends to submit a memorandum to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Monday, according to reports.
Gandhi said the delegation would seek accountability over the alleged violence and the treatment of protesters. He argued that the judiciary should take note of what the Opposition describes as an attack on constitutional rights.
The proposed meeting comes amid the political confrontation over electoral roll revisions and demands for action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The memorandum is planned, but its submission and any subsequent response from the Supreme Court should be confirmed through official updates.
What Happened During Saturday’s CJP Protest In Delhi?
Delhi witnessed heavy security deployment, barricading and restrictions around the planned CJP demonstration at Jantar Mantar on October 10.
The protest was called over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and sought Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. Police detained CJP leaders Abhijeet Dipke, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, along with several other protesters and Opposition figures. The police had cited law-and-order concerns when denying permission for the demonstration. <Cite refs={[“turn996152search0″,”turn996152search2”]}/>
The crackdown also triggered criticism from Opposition leaders, who accused the authorities of restricting peaceful protest. Delhi Police’s position on public safety and permission for the gathering forms part of the dispute.
The scale of detentions has been reported differently across outlets, so a final tally should be attributed to a clearly identified official or reporting source.
Will Congress MPs Join The October 12 Demonstration?
The Congress has asked its MPs to remain in Delhi as preparations continue for Monday’s protest. The INDIA bloc is expected to bring together leaders from several Opposition parties, with the proposed memorandum to the CJI forming another part of its response to Saturday’s events.
The immediate focus will be whether the demonstration proceeds as planned, which leaders participate and whether the delegation meets the Chief Justice.
The protest is also likely to keep the dispute over electoral roll revisions, the Election Commission and the treatment of demonstrators at the centre of the political debate.
