Protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar LIVE: Supreme Court to hear plea to suspend CEC from office
Protests in India against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have entered their third day, with demonstrators calling for his removal and the scrapping of electoral roll revisions. Hundreds have been detained in Delhi as political figures lead marches in Mumbai.
Why it matters
The protests represent a significant challenge to the perceived neutrality of the Election Commission of India, a cornerstone of the country's democratic process.
Protests seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the suspension of the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls entered their third day on Sunday (October 4, 2026), with demonstrations continuing in New Delhi and Mumbai. 500 detained in Delhi on Day 3 of protests seeking CEC’s exit; Thackerays lead Mumbai march Delhi-Mombai protests enter Day 3 as 500 detained; Thackerays push for CEC removal, SIR scrapping, and ballot papers over EVMs.
Published - October 05, 2026 09:25 am IST
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