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Crowds throng New Delhi and wave Indian flags amid escalating protests
Protests have intensified over a review of voter lists that critics say is politically motivated and threatens to disenfranchise voters. The Election Commission and Modi's administration deny these allegations.
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Thousands of people gathered on a busy thoroughfare in New Delhi on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, waving Indian flags and calling for the resignation of election chief Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstration was led by student activist Neha Bora, who was detained by police while shouting slogans. Protesters framed the demand as part of a broader dissent against Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. The crowd’s size and flag‑waving underscored the escalating public opposition.
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