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Anti-Election Commission march planned without police permission
A coalition of activists, farmers leaders, and public figures have been invited to participate in a Friday demonstration against the Election Commission. Organisers say they are not seeking formal police approval for the event.
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Prominent figures including economist Parakala Prabhakar, actor-activist Prakash Raj, farmer leader Rakesh Tikait, and author Tushar Gandhi have been invited to join a planned march on Friday aimed at protesting the Election Commission's functioning.
The demonstration, framed as bringing the agitation "to every street" of the capital, signals organisers' intent to escalate their campaign against the electoral body. The march underscores growing discontent among a cross-section of civil society figures and grassroots leaders regarding the Commission's policies and conduct.
Organisers have indicated they do not plan to seek formal police permission for the Friday event, a stance that could complicate matters given Delhi's stringent protocols governing public demonstrations. The decision reflects the protesters' determination to proceed despite potential administrative hurdles.
The participation of figures spanning diverse fields—from agriculture to cinema to economics and history—suggests an attempt to build broader coalition support for the cause. The march represents one of several recent public actions challenging various government institutions and policies.