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Protesters Face Police Lathis in March to Parliament, Highlighting BJP Supporters' Discontent
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 28 Jul 2026, 08:37 AM
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During a march to Parliament, protestors—many of whom had historically supported the BJP—were met with police lathis, underscoring the deep disappointment felt by these voters.
On a recent day, thousands of protestors gathered in New Delhi to march towards Parliament, demanding accountability over leaked documents that had sparked nationwide debate. The demonstration, which began peacefully, escalated when police deployed lathis to disperse the crowd, leaving several protestors injured.
A striking feature of the crowd was the presence of many individuals who had previously voted for the BJP or hailed from families with long-standing support for the party. Their participation and subsequent treatment by law enforcement intensified the sense of betrayal and disappointment among these voters.
Police reports indicate that the lathi charges were aimed at preventing the protestors from reaching the Parliament premises. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as demonstrators attempted to cross barricades, with several being struck and taken to nearby hospitals.
The incident has amplified discussions about the growing discontent within BJP's traditional voter base, as supporters express frustration over recent controversies and perceived governmental overreach.
A striking feature of the crowd was the presence of many individuals who had previously voted for the BJP or hailed from families with long-standing support for the party. Their participation and subsequent treatment by law enforcement intensified the sense of betrayal and disappointment among these voters.
Police reports indicate that the lathi charges were aimed at preventing the protestors from reaching the Parliament premises. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as demonstrators attempted to cross barricades, with several being struck and taken to nearby hospitals.
The incident has amplified discussions about the growing discontent within BJP's traditional voter base, as supporters express frustration over recent controversies and perceived governmental overreach.