Hundreds of Indian students protested against India’s ruling BJP at London’s Parliament Square on Saturday. They demanded the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over controversial electoral roll revisions. Protesters accused authorities of undermining democracy and called for fair elections.
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The Indian Overseas Congress Youth wing organised the demonstration with support from UK-based student and diaspora groups. Activist Dhruv Rathee addressed the gathering as the keynote speaker. He demanded Kumar’s replacement through an agreement between the government and opposition leader.
Rathee said the protests would end once both sides agreed on a suitable candidate. Demonstrators called for greater electoral transparency and stronger democratic institutions. However, their allegations have not independently established electoral wrongdoing.
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The London demonstration coincided with protests across India over electoral roll revisions. Protesters there have also demanded Kumar’s resignation. The campaign has brought renewed attention to concerns about electoral accountability.