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Gyanesh Kumar a Pretext? Kejriwal-Akhilesh's Secret Plan to Dismantle Rahul's Politics Revealed
- •Protests erupted over Gyanesh Kumar's name, with Kejriwal's team at Jantar Mantar and Congress in white attire, but the article suggests the real target is Rahul Gandhi's politics, not the Election Commissioner.
- •The "Cockroach Party" announced further protests at Jantar Mantar on October 10 after yesterday's failed attempt, while in UP, Akhilesh Yadav is challenging Congress's demand for 150 seats, highlighting internal rifts within the "Indi" alliance.
- •Delhi Police registered three FIRs regarding the Jantar Mantar protest, and Mumbai Police also prevented a march, with allegations of using minors as shields and provocative slogans at a Shivaji Park protest.
- •The National Human Rights Commission took cognizance of the alleged use of minors in the Mumbai protest, issuing notices to Mumbai Police, MeitY, X's grievance officer, and Maharashtra WCD Department, seeking an action report within 7 days.
- •Despite the Election Commission's special campaign to add names to voter lists, the "Indi" alliance is creating a ruckus over names being cut, while internal disputes over seat-sharing, particularly between Congress and Samajwadi Party in UP, reveal a deeper political game.
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Protests and marches were organized in Delhi and Mumbai demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. In Delhi, demonstrations took place at Jantar Mantar where Section 163 was in force, leading to police intervention and the registration of three FIRs. Meanwhile, a protest at Shivaji Park in Mumbai also faced police action, and the National Human Rights Commission took cognizance of a complaint regarding minors being used as shields during the demonstrations.
While opposition parties display public unity on the streets, tensions and rifts exist behind closed doors regarding seat distribution for the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. Congress has demanded 150 seats, claiming a significant share, but the Samajwadi Party maintains that giving even 50 seats is substantial, with Akhilesh Yadav reportedly preparing to contest 350 seats.
In the 20 states and union territories where the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has been completed, the Election Commission has ordered a special campaign. Individuals whose names have been removed from the voter list can fill out Form 6, new young voters will be added, and Booth Level Officers (BLO) will visit 20 to 25 houses weekly as part of a one-month target.
