New Delhi: The INDIA alliance of opposition parties is planning a major protest in the national capital on November 1, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. According to Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, opposition parties will organize a protest march from Connaught Place to Ramlila Maidan on Sunday.
Various organizations and members of the public have been urged to participate in the “Save the Vote, Save the Country” mega rally, scheduled to take place in Delhi on November 1.
Addressing allegations of irregularities in the electoral process, the senior party leader stated that there is widespread public anger over the issue and that people are unwilling to compromise on their democratic rights. Protesters from across the country are expected to arrive in Delhi to participate in the demonstration and voice their concerns.
In anticipation of the large-scale demonstration organized by the opposition alliance, the Delhi Traffic Police have prepared special security and traffic management arrangements. Traffic diversions will be implemented on several major roads around Ramlila Maidan and the surrounding areas between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on November 1.
The major roads and intersections likely to be affected include:
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Netaji Subhash Marg T-Point
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Raj Ghat and Delhi Gate
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ITO A-Point
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Ajmeri Gate Red Light and Ranjit Singh Flyover
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Jhandewalan Roundabout, Turkman Gate, and Mir Dard Chowk
To minimize inconvenience, the Delhi Traffic Police have advised motorists to allow extra travel time when passing through these areas and to follow traffic advisories and diversion instructions.
