Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi booked over 'assault' during anti-Gyanesh protest in Delhi
Delhi Police have filed an FIR against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra following a protest against Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest involved allegations of assault on police and obstruction of government work.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing political tensions in India and the legal challenges faced by opposition leaders during public demonstrations.
NEW DELHI: Delhi Police registered an FIR against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for allegedly assaulting police personnel and obstructing government work during a protest in the capital, news agency PTI reported citing police sources on Thursday.The case was registered in connection with incidents that took place during the Congress-led protest on Wednesday.Several other Congress leaders and party workers who participated in the demonstration have also been named in the FIR, the sources said.Police are examining the allegations and the role of those involved in the protest.Earlier on Wednesday, Rahul, Priyanka had led INDIA bloc leaders in a street protest, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh…
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