Protests planned for New Delhi and Maharashtra amid heavy security

Major political demonstrations are scheduled for October 4 across New Delhi and Maharashtra, prompting significant security deployments and expected traffic disruptions. In New Delhi, protesters are targeting the Election Commission, with marches planned from India Gate to Jantar Mantar. Despite authorities not granting permission for these marches, police have implemented multi-layered barricading and are utilizing drones to monitor crowds.

Recent enforcement in Delhi has led to the detention of over 500 protesters, including former Chief Minister Atishi and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj and Sanjay Singh. Demonstrations have centered on demands involving Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and changes to electoral rolls. These actions have resulted in road restrictions, the clearing of bus stops, and reported internet disruptions in certain areas.

In Maharashtra, Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) have organized a joint march in Mumbai, moving from near Metro Cinema toward the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation headquarters. Authorities in both regions are advising commuters to prepare for rerouted public transport and significant delays.