Protest at CEO, Karnataka office demanding CEC’s resignation
Activists in Bengaluru staged a protest outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. Police intervened, citing restrictions on protest locations and the singing of the national anthem.
Why it matters
The event highlights ongoing tensions between civil society groups and authorities regarding the right to protest and the regulation of public demonstrations in India.
Protest at CEO, Karnataka office demanding CEC’s resignation The protest is part of an ongoing campaign seeking Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation; the group has vowed to continue the protest every Sunday until its demands are met Bengaluru A group of six protesters led by city-based social activist Narasimha Murthy staged a peaceful protest outside the office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Karnataka, on Sunday (October 25, 2026), singing the national anthem while holding the national flag, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner of India Gyanesh Kumar. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/ The protest is part of an ongoing campaign seeking Mr. Kumar’s resignation. The group has vowed to continue the protest every Sunday until its demands are met.
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