- INDIA Bloc holds 'people's impeachment' against CEC.
- Demands removal of Gyanesh Kumar over SIR irregularities.
- Demonstration precedes Ramlila Maidan rally on Nov 1.
SIR Row Escalates: The INDIA Bloc will today hold a 'people's impeachment' against the alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls and the functioning of the Election Commission. It is likely to be held at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's residence in Delhi, where the opposition will seek removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstration is being held two days before the proposed rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan amid the ongoing row.
INDIA Bloc's 'Jan Mahabhiyog'
As per the reports, the opposition changed its plan of holding a 'mock parliament' to avoid any action of contempt of parliament. However, the INDIA Bloc has continued its plan by holding a similar demonstration to highlight the issues. As per the plan, Kharge will reportedly begin the proceedings, and the concluding remarks will be given by Rahul Gandhi, leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha.
The representatives from 19 parties will be given a chance to speak, with a deadline of five minutes; however, reports suggest that TMC and Samajwadi Party will be given 10 minutes each. Apart from this, the members of civil societies and the individuals affected due to the SIR are also likely to speak.
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The proceedings will be headed by Mira Kumar, former Lok Sabha speaker and senior Congress leader. In their speeches, the opposition leaders are likely to raise their concerns and seek removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Mega Rally In Delhi On Nov 1
The demonstration is being held ahead of the proposed rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on November 1, with thousands of workers from the opposition parties likely to participate. Earlier on Thursday, Rahul Gandhi urged the people to take part in the rally in large numbers, further asking them to not fear the police action. Following a report by the Indian Express, the opposition has accused CEC Gyanesh Kumar of being biased, further demanding his resignation.