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Assam Congress protests Delhi police detention of party workers
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 03:32 AM
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The Assam unit of the Indian National Congress staged a protest in Delhi after police detained several of its workers, accusing the authorities of heavy-handed action.
Delhi – Members of the Assam branch of the Indian National Congress gathered outside a police precinct on Tuesday to voice their discontent over the recent detention of several party workers. The protesters alleged that the police action was abrupt and lacked proper justification, demanding the immediate release of the detained members.
According to statements released by the Congress unit, the detained workers were taken into custody during a routine check, but the party claims the move was politically motivated. The demonstrators carried placards reading "Release our workers" and chanted slogans condemning what they described as an abuse of power.
Police officials, however, declined to comment on the specifics of the operation, citing ongoing investigations. The incident has added to the growing tension between the ruling party and opposition groups in the capital, with the Congress urging the authorities to uphold democratic norms.
The protest remained peaceful, with no reports of clashes or arrests among the demonstrators. Party leaders have called for a dialogue with the police to resolve the matter and prevent further escalation.
The episode underscores the heightened political sensitivities in Delhi, where opposition parties frequently challenge law‑enforcement actions they deem unjust.
According to statements released by the Congress unit, the detained workers were taken into custody during a routine check, but the party claims the move was politically motivated. The demonstrators carried placards reading "Release our workers" and chanted slogans condemning what they described as an abuse of power.
Police officials, however, declined to comment on the specifics of the operation, citing ongoing investigations. The incident has added to the growing tension between the ruling party and opposition groups in the capital, with the Congress urging the authorities to uphold democratic norms.
The protest remained peaceful, with no reports of clashes or arrests among the demonstrators. Party leaders have called for a dialogue with the police to resolve the matter and prevent further escalation.
The episode underscores the heightened political sensitivities in Delhi, where opposition parties frequently challenge law‑enforcement actions they deem unjust.