The Congress party and constituents of the INDIA bloc are escalating their nationwide campaign against alleged electoral irregularities, gearing up for a massive joint demonstration at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on November 1. Around 21 political parties are expected to share the stage to voice concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the general voting process. Congress General Secretary (Organisation) KC Venugopal, accompanied by senior Delhi leadership, visited the historic protest ground on Tuesday to review ground arrangements and stage logistics.

Mobilization Across Fronts and Ground Preparations

Speaking on the logistical deployment, Congress MP Pawan Khera emphasized that the entire state machinery of the party has been placed on high alert to ensure smooth execution. Party leaders stated that the demonstration will draw heavy participation from Opposition outfits, civil society groups, and grassroots delegates arriving in the capital from multiple states. Review meetings have been scheduled to ensure unified coordination across student, youth, and frontal departments in the run-up to the event.

Congress Alleges Deliberate Police Disruption Ahead of Main Event

Tensions flared during the review after KC Venugopal accused Delhi Police of intentionally obstructing curtain-raiser events planned by the party. Venugopal disclosed that the Congress had sought formal authorization to host a preparatory briefing on October 30 on the lawns of the Ashoka Hotel, but the venue request was turned down following police objections. He further alleged that law enforcement personnel actively prevented party teams from erecting required setup infrastructure at an alternative venue.

Resistance Against Institutional Pressure and Dissent Suppression

Framing the police action as an attempt by the Central government to suppress political critique, the Congress leadership asserted that administrative hurdles would not derail their protest calendar. The October 30 gathering was intended to serve as a strategic launchpad for the main march on November 1. Venugopal stated that the INDIA bloc would announce alternative measures, reiterating that Opposition parties will not back down from questioning the integrity of electoral rolls or seeking accountability from election authorities.