Opposition Leaders March to Supreme Court Amid Protests in Delhi
12 Oct 2026Updated 2 min ago1 source
Several INDIA bloc leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge, participated in a march toward the Supreme Court in Delhi on Monday. Representatives from the Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, Rashtriya Janata Dal, and other opposition parties joined the demonstration. Meanwhile, the Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party reportedly held separate protests.
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What happened
Opposition leaders from the Congress and several other alliance partners conducted a march to the Supreme Court on Monday. The demonstration saw participation from prominent national political figures, though Congress and AAP organised separate protests.
Why it matters
The joint march showcases a display of unity among many constituent parties of the opposition alliance. However, the decision by Congress and AAP to protest separately highlights continuing tactical divergence between key coalition members.
What we know
- Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge participated in the march towards the Supreme Court on Monday.
- The march was supported by leaders from the Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, Rashtriya Janata Dal, JMM, NCP, and Left parties.
- Congress and AAP held separate demonstrations.
What we don't know
- The specific context and meaning of the acronym 'SIR' as mentioned in the title.
- The specific reasons why Congress and AAP chose not to hold a unified protest.
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