Congress Intensifies Its Campaign
The Himachal Pradesh Congress has stepped up its campaign over alleged electoral-roll irregularities, with party in-charge Rajni Patil comparing the agitation to the Quit India Movement of 1942. Patil made the remarks while speaking to reporters in Una on October 25.
Demand for CEC’s Removal
Patil said the protests would continue until Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was removed. The Congress has questioned the handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and alleged that voters’ names have been deleted improperly. These allegations remain disputed and have not been independently established.
Delhi Rally Planned for November 1
Congress leaders have announced a demonstration at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi on November 1. The party has estimated that around 10 lakh people could attend the rally, while 10,000 to 15,000 Congress and CPM workers from Himachal Pradesh may take part. These are party estimates.
Himachal Leaders Raise Political Concerns
Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri accused the BJP of trying to destabilise the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh. Congress leaders say their campaign will continue to focus on voter rights and accountability, with the Election Commission at the centre of the dispute.
