India's opposition parties march to top court as protests over voter lists escalate

On Monday in New Delhi, India, opposition lawmakers and their supporters marched toward the Supreme Court to protest an alleged purge of voter lists that they contend favors Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling party. The demonstration escalated tensions following a weekend crackdown in which police detained thousands of activists.

During the march, the protesters sought to submit a formal petition to the nation's chief justice, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the disputed voter roll changes. The ongoing protests highlight growing political friction regarding the administration of the country's electoral processes.