Congress likely to reiterate request for a meeting with CJI today: Report

Economic Times - Oct 12, 2026

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge intend to organize a protest after being denied a meeting. They sought a discussion with CJI Surya Kant regarding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and other demands. Gandhi has called for a "March for Democracy" to take place in the national capital. Kharge criticized the government's handling of protests and the alleged police crackdown on peaceful demonstrations.

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