The November 1 gathering is expected to bring together groups from across society, while Congress MPs have been asked to stay in the capital
Ramlila Maidan rally takes shape
Congress and its INDIA bloc partners are preparing for a rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on November 1. The gathering is part of their campaign over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls and questions surrounding the Special Intensive Revision process.
Appeal extends beyond party supporters
Rahul Gandhi has called on students, farmers, workers, women, young people and traders to participate. His appeal presents the event as a broader public mobilisation around voting rights, rather than a programme intended only for Congress members.
Kharge seeks presence of MPs
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has asked party MPs to remain in New Delhi from October 30 through November 1. Their presence is intended to support the party’s preparations and coordination with other opposition groups and state organisations.
Symbolic action against the Chief Election Commissioner
The rally follows a planned public, impeachment-style programme involving Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on October 30. Meira Kumar is expected to chair the symbolic proceedings, with Kharge and Rahul Gandhi assigned prominent roles. The programme is a political demonstration and does not constitute a formal impeachment procedure.
Electoral transparency remains the central demand
Congress and its allies say the SIR process has raised concerns about the possible deletion of eligible voters. They want clearer procedures and greater accountability from the authorities. The November 1 rally is intended to amplify those demands and bring the dispute into public view.