Opposition Protests Against CEC Amid Security Lockdown

Opposition leaders are marching to the Supreme Court today for anti-CEC protests, prompting heavy security and the closure of six metro stations from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant declined a meeting with Rahul Gandhi, citing sub judice issues and the court's refusal to intervene in administrative governance. The CJI emphasized that while political protests are democratic, the Supreme Court should not be involved.

Meanwhile, the Delhi High Court deferred a plea challenging the closure of Jantar Mantar to tomorrow. Mumbai Police have also detained several protesters near Shivaji Park who were demanding a resignation. Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to address a press briefing at Indira Bhawan.

Editor's note: Concise and accurate reporting of the CJI's stance, the metro closures, and the status of the Jantar Mantar plea.