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Opposition urges boycott of elections over CEC row

Published Tuesday, September 29, 2026

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  • CEC Controversy and Opposition Response — 1 source

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Opposition parties in India are calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition next week challenging Kumar's decisions. Additionally, a protest is planned for October 2 in Delhi, despite police acknowledging the intimation without granting formal permission.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The Supreme Court agreed to hear a petition next week raising doubts over decisions taken by the Election Commission of India led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
  • Opposition parties, including the Congress, are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to alleged irregularities and internal differences within the Election Commission.
  • Delhi Police acknowledged receipt of an intimation letter for a protest on October 2, with organizers determined to proceed despite the acknowledgment not constituting permission.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

CEC Controversy and Opposition Response
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu reported on the Congress party's and broader opposition's demands for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to alleged irregularities. It also covered the Supreme Court's agreement to hear a petition challenging Kumar's unilateral authority and the Delhi Police's acknowledgment of a protest intimation for October 2, with organizers planning to proceed.

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