Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi booked over 'assault' during anti-Gyanesh protest in Delhi

The Delhi Police registered at least three First Information Reports against prominent political figures, including the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and a senior party leader, following intense street protests in New Delhi by INDIA bloc MPs. The demonstrations were held to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities and vote chori concerning the electoral rolls. Protesters attempted to march towards the Election Commission headquarters and Jantar Mantar, leading to heavy confrontations with security personnel.

During the demonstrations, protesters travelled in buses and staged sit-in protests on roads and at roundabouts after being blocked by law enforcement. Authorities reported that the protests involved physical confrontations, including allegations that demonstrators assaulted on-duty police officers, obstructed public servants, and manhandled personnel. Videos purportedly showed physical scuffles, resulting in injuries and detentions. Additionally, an earlier FIR was lodged following a separate protest where participants allegedly entered Akashvani Bhawan without permission and caused damage.

Police detained roughly 90 to 260 individuals across consecutive days of demonstrations, including multiple parliamentarians and party workers. The detained leaders were taken to various locations, such as the Barakhamba police station and Chhatrasal Stadium, before being released later in the evening. In response to the police action, opposition leaders condemned the detentions and alleged police brutality, while authorities maintained that appropriate legal steps were taken regarding the obstruction of government duties and alleged assaults.

Not yet reported: The articles do not specify the final legal outcomes or court decisions resulting from the registered FIRs.