UPDATED: Oct 13, 2026 16:09 IST
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is hosting leaders of the INDIA alliance, opposition Members of Parliament, student organisations, and civil society representatives for high tea at his Sunheri Bagh residence. The gathering follows a protest march to the Supreme Court and the filing of a petition regarding alleged electoral roll irregularities and the Election Commission's special intensive revision. Opposition parties are convening to formulate their upcoming strategy concerning the Chief Election Commissioner. Barricades and tight security arrangements were established across Central Delhi, including routes connecting Connaught Place, Sunheri Bagh, and Jantar Mantar, where demonstrations took place against the site's denotification. Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi noted that the opposition is confronting distinct legal, political, and psychological battles simultaneously. The alliance is scheduled to hold a joint media briefing at 5 PM to disclose decisions regarding future protest actions.
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