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Man Assaulted During Opposition Protest Against Election Chief in Delhi
A man was attacked at a third day of demonstrations in the national capital where opposition groups are demanding the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner over alleged irregularities in electoral roll revisions. The incident underscores tensions at the ongoing protest against the electoral process.
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Delhi witnessed a confrontation on the third day of opposition-led demonstrations calling for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with reports of a man being assaulted during the gathering. The protests are centred on allegations of irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, a periodic process meant to update voter registries across the country.
According to accounts from the scene, the altercation erupted when the man raised political slogans favourable to the ruling party amid the opposition demonstration. Witnesses reported that he was physically attacked by other protesters present at the venue, though details of his injuries and medical status remain unclear.
The incident reflects the charged atmosphere surrounding the electoral dispute. The opposition has maintained that the recent SIR process contains anomalies that could affect the credibility of future elections, while seeking Kumar's removal from his position. The Chief Election Commissioner has not publicly responded to the specific allegations raised during the protests.
Author authorities did not immediately issue statements regarding the assault or whether any formal complaints were filed in connection with the incident. The demonstrations were expected to continue as opposition parties press their demands for an independent inquiry into the electoral roll revision process.