Article Summary

Young protesters in India are demanding the resignation of the chief election commissioner, accusing the government of removing millions of voters—especially Muslims—from the rolls in a move they say helps Prime Minister Modi's party. After a massive police crackdown in New Delhi that saw thousands detained, including protest leaders arriving by plane, the Supreme Court ruled the detentions illegal and protesters were released. The article highlights heavy security measures, internet shutdowns, and the framing of youth as courageous defenders of democracy facing government overreach.