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Politics
Jharkhand Congress Marks ‘Black Day’ and Calls for CEC Kumar’s Resignation
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🗓 11 Oct 2026, 02:37 AM
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The Jharkhand unit of the Indian National Congress observed a ‘Black Day’ and formally demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Kumar.
The Jharkhand branch of the Indian National Congress staged a public observance labelled ‘Black Day’ to protest recent developments it deems unacceptable. Party leaders and supporters gathered at a designated venue, unfurling banners and delivering statements that highlighted their grievance.
During the event, the Congress delegation issued a formal demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Kumar, asserting that his continued tenure undermines the integrity of the electoral process in the state. The demand was presented in a written petition circulated among party officials.
Congress officials indicated that the protest is part of a broader strategy to press for institutional accountability, and they signalled intent to pursue further political and legal avenues if their call is not heeded.
During the event, the Congress delegation issued a formal demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Kumar, asserting that his continued tenure undermines the integrity of the electoral process in the state. The demand was presented in a written petition circulated among party officials.
Congress officials indicated that the protest is part of a broader strategy to press for institutional accountability, and they signalled intent to pursue further political and legal avenues if their call is not heeded.