Desist from targeting Hindu festivals, economy: VHP to Opposition parties over November 1 rally
Economy · First reported 27 Oct, 06:44 · Updated 07:57
The VHP criticized the opposition’s November 1 rally at Ramlila Maidan, while traders urged Congress to postpone it until after Diwali over expected disruption to festive-season business.
- VHP spokesperson Vinod Bansal accused Congress and other opposition parties of targeting Hindu festivals and the economy over the November 1 rally.
- Traders protested at Kashmere Gate and asked Congress to defer the rally until after Diwali, citing possible security arrangements, road closures and traffic diversions.
- The rally at Ramlila Maidan was intended to pressure the government over alleged irregularities in the electoral-roll revision and demand the Chief Election Commissioner’s resignation.
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