'Illegal detentions' in India, as protesters allege foul play at Electoral Commission
Summary
In India, the Supreme Court has ruled that some detentions of protesters were illegal during recent large demonstrations. Protesters accuse the Electoral Commission of removing millions of names from voting lists, which they say is unfair and limits voting rights in areas critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling party.Key Facts
- The Indian Supreme Court declared some arrests of protesters illegal.
- Over 40,000 security personnel were deployed to manage the protests.
- The protests involved tens of thousands of people opposing actions by the Electoral Commission.
- Protesters claim millions of voters were removed from electoral lists, affecting vote rights.
- Opposition leaders, including members of the Cockroach Janta Party, were detained and later released by court order.
- Protesters used social media to share images of the crackdown despite roadblocks and internet shutdowns.
- The protests highlight growing challenges for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.
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