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Rahul Gandhi SIR plea has brought the Opposition’s concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls before the Supreme Court. On October 12, 2026, Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders intensified their protest in New Delhi, with their march towards the court facing police barricades near Barakhamba Road.
The Opposition has demanded an investigation into alleged electoral irregularities and called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The dispute has prompted both street demonstrations and legal action.
Rahul Gandhi SIR Plea Filed in Supreme Court
Rahul Gandhi’s SIR plea was registered on the Supreme Court’s website on Monday, October 12. The public interest litigation (PIL) named 11 Opposition leaders as petitioners, including Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav and Trinamool Congress leader Saugata Roy.
Other petitioners included Sanjay Raut, M.A. Baby, D. Raja, Mahua Majhi, Supriya Sule and E.T. Mohammed Basheer.
The petition seeks judicial intervention over allegations concerning the SIR process. Opposition leaders have raised concerns about electoral roll revision and demanded accountability from the Election Commission.
However, the registration of the petition does not establish the allegations as proven. Any further action will depend on the court’s consideration of the matter.
Opposition March Halted Near Barakhamba Road
The Congress-led INDIA bloc organised a march towards the Supreme Court under the banner of Chalo Delhi – March for Democracy. Rahul Gandhi led the demonstration, joined by Opposition leaders and supporters in central Delhi.
Police barricades restricted the march near Barakhamba Road and Bhagwan Das Road. Protesters attempted to climb the barricades as tensions continued during the demonstration.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav also participated in the march, reiterating concerns about the electoral roll revision process.
Security arrangements were tightened across central Delhi. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation temporarily closed entry and exit gates at six stations as a precautionary measure: Janpath, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, Central Secretariat, Rajiv Chowk and Patel Chowk.
The Metro corporation later announced that entry and exit gates across its network had reopened.
Chief Justice Declines Meeting With Opposition Leaders
The Opposition had sought a meeting with Chief Justice of India Surya Kant to present its concerns about SIR and the functioning of the Election Commission.
The Chief Justice declined the request, explaining that he had already responded to the leaders and that the issues involved matters pending before the court. He indicated that the leaders could approach the court through a formal petition to seek legal relief.
During proceedings on Monday, the Chief Justice also stressed that protests should not disrupt the Supreme Court’s functioning or obstruct lawyers, court staff and litigants.
The court agreed to take up separate pleas concerning the alleged detention of lawyers during recent demonstrations. Those matters were scheduled for consideration on Tuesday, October 13.
What Is the SIR Controversy?
The Special Intensive Revision is a process used to review and update electoral rolls. Its purpose is to maintain accurate voter lists and help ensure that eligible citizens can exercise their voting rights.
The current controversy centres on Opposition allegations of irregularities in the revision process. Opposition parties have raised concerns about changes to voter records and have called for scrutiny of the process.
The Election Commission’s electoral roll revision process and the Opposition’s allegations remain central to the dispute. Allegations should not be treated as established facts without findings from the relevant authorities or courts.
The controversy has also intensified political debate over electoral transparency, constitutional institutions and the administration of elections.
What Happens Next?
The next significant development in the Rahul Gandhi SIR plea will be any further action by the Supreme Court on the petition and the relief requested by the petitioners. Registration alone does not mean that the court has accepted the allegations or ordered an investigation.
The Delhi High Court was also scheduled to hear a plea on October 13 challenging the removal of Jantar Mantar’s status as a designated protest site, alongside another petition concerning demonstrations held on October 10 and 11.
Further judicial proceedings and official responses will help determine how the dispute develops. Meanwhile, the Opposition’s demands concerning SIR and the Chief Election Commissioner remain part of the wider political confrontation.
Disclaimer: Details may change as legal proceedings and political developments continue. Readers should verify the latest information through official sources before drawing conclusions.
