The Latest Breaking News from Election Commission

‘Gyanesh Kumar must go’: Opposition MPs march to Election Commission, meet barricades instead

Opposition MPs marched from Parliament on Tuesday to demand Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, and ended up in a standoff with Delhi Police that saw Rahul Gandhi climb a barricade waving the Tricolour.

Newslaundry · Oct 6

Rahul Gandhi says 'none will be spared', alleges Modi, Shah, RSS chief hijacked country through vote chori

Police detained Congress workers and supporters marching towards the Election Commission to demand the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were prevented from entering the Election Commission office. The protests escalated outside the office as opposition members faced heavy police presence. Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

CJP activists getting police notices, being pressured not to join Oct 10 Delhi protest: Abhijeet Dipke

Abhijeet Dipke has claimed that police are pressuring Cockroach Janta Party activists not to attend their protest in Delhi. The proposed agitation is scheduled for October 10, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke expressed concern over police questioning travel expenses and potential violence predictions. He criticized…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

‘Who modified Form 6?’ Opposition sharpens attack after SC query

Opposition parties have expressed significant concern regarding changes to voter registration forms by the Election Commission of India. Congress leader Pawan Khera emphasized that public outrage over these issues is palpable across the country. Clyde Crasto also raised questions about the legitimacy of changes made to Form 6, criticizing the…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Former civil servants, activists seek CEC's resignation; issue 'people's impeachment' notice

A coalition of former civil servants and human rights activists has formally called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing serious allegations about the Election Commission's integrity and operations. The group faced obstruction while attempting to deliver their notice, despite their peaceful motives, and they expressed concerns…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Parliament Street violence: Delhi Police files 4 FIRs for rioting, stabbing and obstruction; 18 arrested

Following tumultuous protests outside Parliament Street, Delhi Police have filed numerous FIRs and taken 18 individuals into custody. Demonstrators allege misconduct against women journalists by police, leading Rahul Gandhi to call for the disclosure of pertinent CCTV footage. The escalating tensions are a reaction to protests targeting Chief Election Commissioner…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

South Central 95: Parakala Prabhakar on the ECI, SIR and the deletion of voters

In this week’s South Central, hosts Pooja Prasanna and Anisha Sheth are joined by political economist and author Dr Parakala Prabhakar for an extended conversation on the Election Commission of India (ECI), the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the deletion of voters and the larger questions these developments…

Newslaundry · Oct 5

Established beyond doubt Gyanesh Kumar changed Form 6 illegally, unilaterally: Rahul Gandhi

In a bold statement, Rahul Gandhi accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of unlawfully changing Form 6 without consensus. The Supreme Court confirmed that these alterations to electoral rolls were not sanctioned. Gandhi emphasized the need for accountability for the CEC and his colleagues. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh further…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

"Modified Form 6 not approved by us": CJI observes on modified form for enrolling new voters

The Supreme Court asserted that it has not approved any modified version of Form 6 for voter enrollment. During a hearing, Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized the importance of verifying who modified the form. Allegations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar were also discussed, claiming he misrepresented court proceedings. The…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

SC issues notice to Centre, EC on plea seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s suspension, may annul decisions if they breached law

The Supreme Court has issued notices regarding a plea seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opposition parties have raised concerns over the unilateral decisions made during the electoral rolls revision process. Protests have occurred in multiple states, demanding Kumar's resignation and an end to the Special Intensive…

The Economic Times · Oct 5