The Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) has announced a “Chappal Protest” at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on October 8, following a People’s Tribunal on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The protest is expected to bring together activists and civil society members raising concerns over the electoral-roll revision process.
The protest will also be held in solidarity with women journalists who have alleged sexual harassment. Actor and activist Prakash Raj is expected to participate in the demonstration, adding visibility to the protest and its demands for accountability and justice.
The wider movement has raised concerns over alleged voter deletions during the SIR exercise. Civil society groups are demanding greater transparency in the revision of electoral rolls and accountability in the process, while urging authorities to address concerns surrounding the inclusion and deletion of voters.
