Akhilesh Yadav: Politics over security arrangements has intensified amid the ongoing protests in Delhi demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. After the video of deployment of armed security forces at Jantar Mantar surfaced, Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav has targeted the Central Government. He raised questions on converting Delhi into a cantonment and said that the more scared the government is, the bigger its gun.
Akhilesh Yadav posted on the social media platform His statement has come at a time when a march of INDIA block leaders to the Supreme Court is proposed.
March led by Rahul Gandhi and Kharge
Let us tell you that the march of INDIA Block against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar started from Barakhamba Road. This march is being led by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. Opposition leaders have announced to march to the Supreme Court. Congress has also appealed to other opposition parties and people to join it.
What did Rahul Gandhi say in the press conference?
Before the march, Rahul Gandhi held a press conference and targeted the Chief Election Commissioner, demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar, saying that the opposition was aware of his past and alleged corruption. Rahul Gandhi also said that all those interested in joining the march are welcome.
In view of the opposition’s march, a large number of armed security forces have been deployed in Delhi. Teams of Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force are also deployed to deal with any untoward incident. Meanwhile, Akhilesh Yadav’s statement regarding the deployment of security forces has further intensified the political debate.