UPDATED: Oct 27, 2026 11:39 ISTA full-blown political faceoff has emerged over the Special Summary Revision (SIR) and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The opposition is preparing for a Save Democracy rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan starting 1 November, while the Bharatiya Janata Party has announced nationwide padayatras under its Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao campaign, led by Home Minister Amit Shah in Hyderabad on 2 November.
Delhi traders have raised concerns over possible traffic curbs impacting business during the festive season, urging a postponement of the rally. Rahul Gandhi linked these concerns to allegations of vote theft and sought the removal of the CEC.
Meanwhile, the Election Commission of India submitted an affidavit to the Supreme Court refuting claims of unilateral decision-making by the CEC. The commission affirmed that all three SIR decisions were unanimous, internal norms and electronic approvals were adhered to, and Form 6 remains unchanged without any unauthorised additions or deletions from electoral rolls.
Read MoreVIDEOS FROM OTHER SECTIONSLATEST VIDEOSVHP Slams INDIA Bloc Rally, Cites Diwali Impact And Hit On Festive EconomyThe Vishwa Hindu Parishad has raised objections against the opposition alliance rally scheduled at Ramlila ground, stating that the gathering targets Hindu festivals and impacts the festive economy. Traders from neighbouring commercial hubs, including Chandni Chowk and Old Delhi, requested the political leadership to postpone the event until after Diwali or early December to prevent trade disruptions caused by traffic restrictions and security arrangements.
While the venue serves as an officially notified protest location following changes regarding protest permissions elsewhere in Delhi, concerns remain over large public congregations disrupting commercial activity during the critical festive business season.BJP Mega March In Delhi Tomorrow; Counter To Opposition Rally; CEC Row DefenceThe Bharatiya Janata Party is organising a mega march titled 'Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy' in Old Delhi from the Red Fort to Town Hall. Security arrangements have turned the area into a fortress ahead of the one-kilometre padayatra through Chandni Chowk, with around fifteen thousand participants, including Members of Parliament and Union Ministers, expected to attend.
The rally serves as a counter-offensive against the opposition alliance ahead of their planned demonstration, amid calls from local trader associations to defer protests to prevent commercial disruption. In addition, the party continues nationwide demonstrations justifying the Chief Election Commissioner appointment.VHP Slams Congress Ramlila Maidan Rally Ahead of Diwali, Flags Loss to TradersAhead of the Congress party's planned rally at Ramlila Grounds from 1st November, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad has raised strong objections, accusing the party of pursuing an anti-Hindu agenda and targeting Hindu festivals.
The Vishwa Hindu Parishad claimed the rally disrupts the festival-led economy ahead of Diwali. Local traders in Delhi, including markets near Old Delhi and Chandni Chowk, also appealed to postpone the demonstration citing potential losses worth crores of rupees.Row Over Congress Remark on PM Modi; BJP Protests, Digital War EscalatesA major political clash has erupted between the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party over controversial remarks directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
During an event in Patna, a retort by the Congress chief sparked sharp backlash from the ruling party, which staged nationwide protests and launched a coordinated digital campaign across state units in Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. The Congress escalated the confrontation on social media by circulating meme videos, reiterating its stance without being defensive.
BJP leaders condemned the language, alleging it stems from frustration following repeated electoral defeats and accusing the opposition of lowering the political discourse. Congress leaders maintained their ground, citing previous personal attacks by political rivals.
Both sides have stepped up digital campaigns and poster wars ahead of key upcoming assembly elections.