INDIA Bloc Leaders to Meet CJI Surya Kant Amidst Electoral Roll Protests
The INDIA bloc, an alliance of opposition parties, is engaged in nationwide protests alleging "vote theft" and irregularities in electoral rolls. Key leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. They claim the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has removed over 130 million names, with a 30% reduction in voter lists in some areas like Delhi. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge are scheduled to meet Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on October 12, 2026, to seek intervention.
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What Happened
The INDIA bloc, an alliance of opposition parties, is conducting widespread protests across India, alleging "vote theft" and irregularities in the electoral rolls. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi are leading these protests, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The opposition claims the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has led to the removal of over 130 million names nationwide, with some areas like Delhi experiencing a 30% reduction in voter lists. On October 9, 2026, a 10-member INDIA bloc delegation met President Droupadi Murmu to submit a memorandum seeking Kumar's removal. Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge are scheduled to meet Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on October 12, 2026, to submit a memorandum seeking his intervention.
The protests began on October 6, 2026, with a march towards the Election Commission's office. On October 7, 2026, Rahul Gandhi and other opposition lawmakers were detained. The Supreme Court reportedly intervened on October 11, 2026, stopping illegal detentions and ordering the restoration of internet and metro services. A major protest march by the INDIA bloc is also planned for October 12, 2026, in Delhi.
Background
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body responsible for administering elections in India. The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a process undertaken by the ECI to update electoral rolls by removing duplicate and ineligible entries and adding new eligible voters.
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Key Facts
- The INDIA bloc is protesting alleged "vote theft" and electoral roll irregularities.From research
- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi are leading the protests.From research
- The opposition is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.Dainik Bhaskar
- Over 130 million names have been removed from electoral rolls nationwide due to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).From research
- Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge will meet Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on October 12, 2026.Amar UjalaDainik Bhaskar
- A major protest march by the INDIA bloc is planned for October 12, 2026, in Delhi.Amar Ujala
- The Supreme Court reportedly intervened on October 11, 2026, to stop illegal detentions and restore services.From research
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