New Delhi, October 8, 2026: Security around Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has been strengthened as opposition protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls continue to intensify in the national capital. Thousands of police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed across key parts of central Delhi amid demonstrations led by INDIA bloc parties.
Security Cover Around CEC Increased
Authorities have stepped up protection around the Chief Election Commissioner following a series of protests demanding his resignation.
Security arrangements have reportedly been tightened around his residence and the Election Commission headquarters as demonstrations continue.
Thousands of Personnel Deployed
Large numbers of Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel have been positioned near sensitive locations including Parliament, Jantar Mantar and the Election Commission office.
Barricades and additional checkpoints have also been put in place to control crowd movement and prevent protesters from reaching restricted areas.
INDIA Bloc Steps Up Protest
Opposition parties under the INDIA bloc have intensified their campaign against the Election Commission over the SIR process.
They allege that the electoral-roll revision could result in eligible voters being excluded and have accused the Commission of acting without sufficient transparency.
Demand for Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation
Several opposition leaders have called for Gyanesh Kumar to step down as Chief Election Commissioner.
The protests have increasingly focused on accountability within the Election Commission and the legality of changes linked to voter registration procedures.
Delhi Sees Repeated Demonstrations
The national capital has witnessed repeated protests over the past several days.
Police have detained demonstrators at various locations, while fresh restrictions and security measures have been imposed in central Delhi.
Supreme Court Scrutiny Adds Pressure
The controversy has also reached the Supreme Court, where petitions linked to the SIR process and Election Commission decision-making are being examined.
The legal proceedings have added another layer of scrutiny to an already heated political dispute.
Election Commission Rejects Opposition Charges
The Election Commission has rejected allegations that the SIR exercise is politically motivated.
It maintains that the process is aimed at improving the accuracy of electoral rolls and removing duplicate or invalid entries.
Political Tension Likely to Continue
With opposition parties planning further demonstrations and legal challenges continuing, the dispute over the SIR exercise is expected to remain a major political issue in the coming days.
Source – The Indian Express, Reuters
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