Politics
VHP criticises INDIA bloc over November 1 Delhi rally
Hindustan Times·
Vishwa Hindu Parishad spokesperson Vinod Bansal criticised INDIA bloc leaders for refusing to postpone a November 1 Ramlila Maidan rally after Delhi traders appealed for a delay. The Chamber of Trade and Industry wrote to Rahul Gandhi seeking a postponement until after November 10. Bansal said the date coincides with Ahoi Ashtami during peak festive shopping.
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What It Means For You
- Traders asked that the Ramlila Maidan protest wait until after November 10.
- Bansal argued a November 1 gathering could affect festive shopping and Ahoi Ashtami observances.
- The rally is framed against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the SIR of electoral rolls.
What's Happening
- Bansal posted the criticism on X on Tuesday, citing the traders’ rejected appeal.
- He accused Congress, Communists and groups he labelled communal of targeting traders and festivals.
- Rahul Gandhi has urged farmers and students to join a Chalo Delhi call on November 1.
Festival Calendar And The Appeal
- Ahoi Ashtami falls on November 1 in the calendar Bansal cited.
- CTI’s letter to Rahul Gandhi sought a delay past November 10 for business reasons.
- Bansal also referenced earlier festive periods including Navratri and Dussehra in his posts.
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