Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, several others booked over forcible entry into Akashvani Bhavan during INDIA bloc protest
Delhi Police have filed an FIR against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra following a protest at Akashvani Bhavan. The leaders were part of an INDIA bloc demonstration demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Why it matters
This incident highlights escalating tensions between the Indian opposition and the Election Commission, raising concerns about political protest rights and legal repercussions for high-profile figures.
Delhi Police have registered an FIR against Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several others over alleged forcible entry into the Akashvani Bhavan premises during an INDIA bloc protest on Tuesday (October 6, 2026).
The case comes a day after Delhi Police detained around 260 people, including 10 MPs, following the INDIA bloc’s march from Parliament towards the Election Commission of India office. Police said the protesters breached barricades and continued despite repeated directions to disperse.
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