Indian protest leaders were detained ahead of a flag march in New Delhi, sparking concerns over dissent suppression and election-related tensions. Hundreds of protesters gathered in New Delhi and other cities to demand the election chief's resignation over alleged voter-roll fraud, with leaders including Abhijeet Dipke of the Cockroach Janta Party and Neha Bora of the Students' Association among those detained. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions and the potential for further unrest in the country.
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Indian protest leaders detained ahead of flag march in New Delhi
Hundreds of protesters gathered in New Delhi for a flag march demanding the election chief’s resignation over alleged voter-roll fraud. Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke and student leader Neha Bora were among those detained, as protests continued in several cities.
Published On 16 Oct 2026
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