Protests Continue for Third Day Demanding Resignation of Indian Election Commission Chief

Summary

Protests demanding the resignation of India’s Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar continued for a third day amid allegations of irregularities in a large-scale voter list revision. Police in New Delhi launched an investigation after women journalists accused officers of sexual harassment during the demonstrations.

Key Points
  • Protests continued across India for a third day demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in voter list revision.
  • The ECI denied the allegations, while the Supreme Court is expected to hear petitions related to the voter list on Monday.
  • Police in New Delhi launched an investigation after women journalists accused officers of sexual harassment during the protests.
  • Opposition leaders and CJP supporters plan further marches and 'Save Democracy' rallies across the country.
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