India detains thousands, locks down Delhi to block election chief protest

Source Summary

Police in Delhi detained more than 2,000 protesters and the founder of the "cockroach" youth movement on Saturday as security forces locked down parts of the capital. The detentions were aimed at preventing a rally demanding the resignation of India's election chief.

Why it matters

The detention of thousands and security lockdown demonstrate the Indian government's response to organized political pressure against its election administration.