Security crackdown in Delhi leads to detention of political figures
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Cockroach Janta Party members, Delhi Police
Delhi, India
October 2026
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Multiple political leaders and activists detained in Delhi. Detentions occurred ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar. Protest aimed to demand the resignation of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
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