Indian opposition protests grow as Narendra Modi marks 25 years

Delhi police have increased security around the Election Commission of India in preparation for expected vote theft protests, DW reported on Wednesday. The demonstrations coincide with Prime Minister Narendra Modi marking 25 years in public service, according to DW. [1]

The New York Times reported that public anger is growing after 130 million people were cut from the voter roll in India. Critics say the exercise undermines democracy and particularly disenfranchises Muslims, according to the outlet. [3]

Opposition parties and students are staging demonstrations across the country over various grievances, Al Jazeera reported. Protesters recently marked Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary with non-violent disobedience and street rallies, according to the report. [2]

Reflecting on his political journey, Prime Minister Modi stated that those who opposed him showed him the power of democracy, News18 and Hindustan Times both reported. [4][6]