Opposition leaders and journalists allege police abuses as fresh protests break out in India
Summary
Protests in New Delhi, India, have erupted over changes to the voter list that some say unfairly affect Muslims and other minorities. Opposition leaders and journalists accused police of using harsh tactics to control the demonstrations, while authorities denied any wrongdoing and prepared for more protests.Key Facts
- Protests began after a nationwide voter roll revision that critics say could favor Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling party.
- Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi called for a march to India’s Supreme Court to demand the election chief’s resignation.
- Police detained thousands of protesters, including members of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement.
- Several journalists covering the protests were also detained despite showing press identification.
- Police put heavy barricades around central Delhi and closed key metro stations to control crowds.
- The Election Commission of India denied allegations of misconduct in the voter roll changes.
- Opposition figures accused police of suppressing democratic freedoms and treating protesters and journalists roughly.
- The Supreme Court declined to meet Gandhi’s delegation, suggesting the legal process should be followed instead.
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