PRASHANT BHUSHAN CALLS FOR “REGIME CHANGE”; Rajnath Singh Says Protesters’ Agenda Is Clear

Описание: Senior advocate Prashant Bhushan has openly called for “regime change” amid ongoing protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, triggering a response from the BJP and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Speaking at a press conference alongside AISA leader Neha Bora and CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, Bhushan said protesters were fighting for fair elections and argued that demanding a change in government was not inherently wrong in a democracy.

Responding to his remarks, Rajnath Singh accused the protesting groups of pursuing an agenda of political chaos, while BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan alleged that the electoral-roll revision controversy was being used to advance a broader political objective.

🔑 KEY HIGHLIGHTS

🗣️ Bhushan’s Statement: “Yes, we want regime change,” Prashant Bhushan declared during Thursday’s press conference.

⚖️ Democratic Rights Argument: Bhushan argued that spreading dissatisfaction with a government is not a crime in a democracy.

🗳️ Election Protest Context: He said the movement was currently focused on ensuring that elections were conducted properly.

🔥 “What Is Wrong With That?” Bhushan questioned why demanding a change in government was being portrayed as a conspiracy.

🏛️ Rajnath Singh Responds: The Defence Minister alleged that protesting groups were attempting to involve young people in a politics of chaos.

🇧🇩 Bangladesh Comparison: Singh claimed that some protesters had referred to Bangladesh’s protest movement as inspiration for political change.

⚠️ Warning to Rahul Gandhi: Singh cautioned the Congress leader against actions he described as spreading chaos or undermining constitutional institutions.

📢 BJP’s Allegation: Spokesperson CR Kesavan claimed that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) controversy was being used as a cover for a wider political agenda.

👥 Press Conference: Bhushan made his comments while appearing alongside Neha Bora and Abhijeet Dipke.