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India locks down Delhi, detains thousands over voter rights protests

October 11, 2026

Summary

Indian authorities imposed a security crackdown in New Delhi, detaining thousands of protesters from the youth 'Cockroach' movement demonstrating against sweeping revisions to the country's voter rolls.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • India's "Cockroach Party" leaders released from detention
  • What to Know About the Protests in India
  • India’s ‘Cockroach’ Leaders Released as New Delhi Braces for More Protests

Center

  • India Protests Trigger Security Crackdown in New Delhi
  • Delhi sees more protests as freed 'cockroach' group's leaders vow to fight on
  • India Locks Down Heart of Capital to Thwart Voter Rights Protest

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