State leaders compare the campaign to the Quit India Movement and point to a planned opposition rally in Delhi
UNA, Himachal Pradesh The Himachal Pradesh Congress has stepped up its campaign over alleged electoral irregularities, with party state in-charge Rajni Patil comparing the agitation to the Quit India Movement of 1942.
Patil’s demand Speaking to reporters in Una on October 25, Patil said the protests would continue until Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was removed from office. The Congress has accused the Election Commission of failing to ensure fairness in the electoral process. These claims are contested and should not be treated as established findings without independent evidence.
Concerns about electoral rolls Patil linked the party’s objections to the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists and alleged deletions of voters’ names. She also referred to concerns about Chandigarh’s electoral rolls and said Congress would pursue legal remedies.
November 1 rally in Delhi Congress leaders have announced a larger demonstration at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi on November 1. The party has estimated that around 10 lakh people could attend and said approximately 10,000 to 15,000 Congress and CPM workers from Himachal Pradesh are expected to participate. These are estimates announced by the party, not confirmed attendance figures.
State-level political criticism Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri also accused the BJP of trying to destabilise the Congress government in the state. Congress leaders say the campaign will focus on voter rights and accountability, keeping the Election Commission at the centre of the political debate.
What comes next The dispute is likely to remain a point of political contention as the parties press their positions on electoral-roll revisions. Any assessment of alleged manipulation will depend on verifiable evidence, official records and relevant legal or administrative findings.