SIR Protest: The Congress-led INDIA Bloc on Monday staged a massive protest in Delhi seeking removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The senior opposition leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav marched to the Supreme Court. The opposition has filed a fresh petition against the alleged poll-rigging, seeking judicial intervention into the matter.

Will Protest Continue Today?

As per the INDIA Bloc leaders, any large-scale demonstration will not be held in the national capital following the acceptance of the petition against the alleged poll rigging. While providing details, CPIM general secretary MA Baby stated that Congress has informed the allies that any such demonstration will not take place on Tuesday.

"I got a call from Congress. They believe that after the successful march to the Supreme Court and filing of a petition, there is no need for another march or demonstrations on Tuesday," MA Baby was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.

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Apart from this, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Derek O'Brien has stated that the opposition leaders also have their plans due to the festivals. However, the young groups, including the Youth Congress and Seva Dal are likely to hold protests in multiple states.

What Next For INDIA Bloc?

As per the sources, Rahul Gandhi has invited the INDIA Bloc MPs and the members of student organizations and civil societies for tea at his residence, reported India Today. The senior Congress leader is expected to discuss the future strategy and roadmap amid the ongoing row. Apart from this, Congress leader and senior leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi will address a press conference in Delhi regarding the petition filed by the opposition.

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BJP Reacts

While reacting to the demonstrations, the ruling BJP has alleged that the Congress is trying to destabilize the country. The ruling party has alleged that the Congress has blamed the democratic institutions for its electoral losses.