Congress Summons MPs to Delhi for 'Vote Chori' Protests
Mallikarjun Kharge directs Congress MPs to be in Delhi from Oct 30 to Nov 1 for 'vote chori' protests and a mega rally at Ramlila Maidan.
In a major escalation of its campaign against alleged electoral discrepancies, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has directed all party Members of Parliament to remain in the national capital from October 30 to November 1. This move comes as the INDIA bloc intensifies its protests over what they term 'vote chori' (vote theft) and systemic irregularities within the Election Commission of India (ECI).
The Directive from Mallikarjun Kharge
The Congress leadership has issued a formal communication to its MPs, emphasizing the urgency of their presence in Delhi. The directive specifically covers three critical dates: October 30, October 31, and November 1, 2026. According to the message, the presence of the lawmakers is essential to support the ongoing protests regarding the alleged irregularities attributed to the Election Commission and the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC).
The 'Save the Vote' Mega Rally
The focal point of this three-day mobilization is scheduled for November 1. On this day, the party will organize the 'Save the Vote, Save the Country Jan March and Mega Rally' at the iconic Ramlila Maidan in Delhi. The event is designed to be a massive show of strength and a public demand for electoral transparency.
Rahul Gandhi's Call to Action
Adding momentum to the planned protests, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has reached out to a wide cross-section of Indian society. In a passionate appeal, he urged the following groups to join the rally in the capital:
- Students and Youth
- Farmers and Labourers
- Women
- Traders
Allegations of Electoral Manipulation
Taking to the social media platform X, Rahul Gandhi leveled serious accusations against the current electoral process. He claimed that the democratic fabric of the country is under threat, alleging that names have been deliberately removed from voter lists and that established rules and laws have been bypassed.
"Our votes are being stolen, and we will not tolerate this quietly under any circumstances," Gandhi wrote. "Names have been removed from the voter lists. Rules and laws have been broken. And lathis have been used on those asking questions. Now the country will respond."
The Congress leader described the upcoming march as a vital campaign to protect democracy, asserting that those who dared to question the irregularities were met with force. He concluded his appeal with a direct invitation to the public: "November 1 - Let's go to Delhi. Save the Vote - Save the Country Jan March and Mega Rally."