UPDATED: Nov 1, 2026 17:53 ISTA massive rally by the INDIA bloc in the national capital saw a strong show of strength from both Congress and Samajwadi Party cadres. Leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav participated, with opposition figures sharing an open bus to project unity.
The gathering at Ramlila Maidan witnessed crowds staying on even as cavalcades prepared to depart. The opposition sought to manage political optics through various contingents, including the presence of seers, while party workers from across the country, including Uttar Pradesh, voiced confidence ahead of upcoming political battles.
Read MoreVIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONSLATEST VIDEOSBJP Rebuts INDIA Bloc Ramlila Rally, Cites 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots And Defeats In StatesFollowing the conclusion of the INDIA bloc's mega rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, the Bharatiya Janata Party mounted a counter-offensive against the opposition. The BJP scheduled a press conference featuring national spokesperson Sambit Patra to rebut allegations raised by Rahul Gandhi, who demanded the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Concurrently, BJP national president Nitin Nabin criticised the opposition leaders, asserting that the political parties participating in the rally represent defeated forces from states like Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal seeking to spread anarchy out of frustration. The BJP also organised counter-protest marches in Delhi and Rohtak, raising the 1984 anti-Sikh riots to accuse the Congress party and its allies of ignoring historical violence against victims while staging political agitations in the national capital.Opposition Mega Rally at Ramlila Maidan over Alleged Vote Theft and Voter Roll DeletionsA mega opposition rally held at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan brought together leaders and cadre from multiple parties, including the Congress, Samajwadi Party, and Trinamool Congress, to protest against alleged vote theft and voter deletions under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise.
Protesters targeted the Election Commission, demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over charges of compromising institutional neutrality. Slogans and handmade placards were raised by party workers and ordinary citizens, demonstrating broad mobilisation.
Observers noted that the voter deletion issue is emerging as a primary poll plank ahead of the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. While high-intensity protests in the national capital may see a temporary pause ahead of Diwali, opposition leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav, Mamata Banerjee, and Tejashwi Yadav remain united in pressing their allegations of stolen electoral mandates.
The show of strength reflects renewed energy and momentum among opposition party workers.Massive Turnout at Ramlila Maidan as INDIA Bloc Holds Rally to Defend ConstitutionA massive crowd gathered at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan for the INDIA bloc rally, drawing participants and party workers from Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Jharkhand. Reporting from the venue, correspondent Amit Bhardwaj highlighted widespread district-level mobilization across constituent parties, including the Congress, Samajwadi Party, Left parties, and Trinamool Congress.
Workers from Uttar Pradesh noted that the ground reached full capacity, forcing attendees outside, while emphasizing their core message of protecting democracy and the Constitution. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed the gathering as cadre morale remained high amid the large turnout.Opposition Protest at Ramlila Maidan, Attacks on CEC Gyanesh Kumar and Warpath Against GovernmentOpposition INDIA bloc leaders gathered at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan to protest against alleged vote theft and demand the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Addressing the demonstration as the final speaker, the Leader of Opposition accused the Chief Election Commissioner of subverting the democratic framework, asserting that he would face removal and prosecution. He also directed criticism at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, stating that the political contest extends beyond the election authority and that accountability would be sought for actions over the past twelve years.
Opposition workers plan to escalate the campaign nationwide until the demands are addressed.