BJP MPs decry INDIA bloc protest march to Supreme Court

Dubey argued that grievances against constitutional authorities must be addressed through established legal channels, such as parliamentary impeachment motions or formal writ petitions, rather than public demonstrations. He characterized the opposition's actions as a dangerous departure from democratic norms, suggesting that Gandhi’s rhetoric mirrors the authoritarian tendencies of his grandmother, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Beyond the constitutional critique, Dubey dismissed the protest as a symptom of a leadership vacuum within the alliance, claiming opposition figures are engaging in erratic behavior to secure media relevance.

Shiv Sena leader Naresh Mhaske echoed this sentiment, labeling the march a political spectacle. He dismissed the demonstration as a "three-penny show" designed to keep Gandhi in the headlines rather than engage in substantive policy debate. The march, which saw thousands of activists and leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge and Akhilesh Yadav converge near the Supreme Court, resulted in significant traffic disruptions across Central Delhi. While protesters demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing irregularities in the electoral roll revision process, the ruling coalition remains firm in its stance that such public pressure tactics are incompatible with the dignity of constitutional institutions.