Opposition Accuses Delhi of 'Kashmir Model', Comparing Situation to Emergency

Opposition leaders in Delhi have publicly criticized the city administration, alleging that it is implementing a ‘Kashmir model’ of governance. They argue that the heightened security presence and curbs on public gatherings resemble the measures taken during the Emergency of 1975-77. The leaders cited increased police checkpoints, restrictions on media reporting, and tighter control over protests as evidence of a drift toward authoritarianism. They warned that such policies could erode democratic norms and infringe on civil liberties. The government has yet to respond to these accusations, but the debate has intensified calls for a review of Delhi’s security protocols.