INDIA Bloc Protest Day 3; Rahul, Priyanka Detained Again
The opposition's protest against the Election Commission has entered its third day. INDIA bloc leaders marched toward Jantar Mantar again on October 7.
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were detained for the second straight day. Police stopped their buses before the protest site.
Around 91 leaders and workers were detained, reports say. Priyanka alleged police manhandled her during the detention.
The protest targets Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The opposition alleges irregularities in the voter roll revision.
Delhi Police have registered an FIR over the October 6 march. It cites entry into Akashvani Bhavan without permission.
Congress has called for protests across states on Thursday. It described the day as a black day for democracy.
The BJP dismissed the charges. It said the opposition was defaming the police force.
The opposition plans more protests. State units will hold marches on Thursday. The standoff shows no sign of ending.
All eyes are on the next court dates.
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