Politics · India
Protests Erupt Over Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, Leading to Detentions
Protests demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar took place on the second day of demonstrations, with activists and political figures including Yogendra Yadav and Neha Bora being detained in Delhi. Chants of 'Gyanesh Kumar Gaddar Hai' were heard during the protests. In Mumbai, the CJP organized a 'Jail Bharo' (fill the jail) protest. Authorities reported detaining approximately 1,100 people in Delhi amid the demonstrations, which occurred despite curbs.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (1): The Wire
- Centre (2): Mathrubhumi English, The Quint
- Right (1): India Today