Opposition leaders have accused the central government and the Chief Election Commissioner of weakening democracy ahead of their planned rally at Ramlila Maidan on November 1. Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Home Minister is attempting to stop crowds and transport from reaching Delhi for the event.
In response, Home Minister Amit Shah challenged the opposition to a debate on the Election Commission during a special Parliament session, asserting they are merely blaming the umpire after poll losses. The Bharatiya Janata Party strongly defended the Election Commission, calling it a globally acclaimed constitutional body.
Meanwhile, legal arguments over the right to peaceful protest and reasonable curbs under Article 19 continue to surround the planned demonstration.