The Chief Justice of India announced that the ultimatum he had issued to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar would no longer be in effect. The directive, which had drawn headlines across the country, was quietly withdrawn after a brief deliberation. The move comes as the judiciary seeks to clarify its stance on electoral oversight.
In a statement released this morning, the Chief Justice also declared a nationwide agitation that would kick off in Mumbai on October 2. The protest is intended to mobilize citizens across all states to demand greater transparency in the upcoming elections.
The government has not yet responded to the announcement, and observers note that the agitation could pressure the Election Commission to expedite pending reforms. Organizers plan to coordinate rallies in major cities, with Mumbai serving as the launchpad for the nationwide movement.