India: 2,500+ detained in anti-CEC protest near Jantar Mantar, all released

Police detained over 2,500 protesters in New Delhi attempting to march to Jantar Mantar against the Chief Election Commissioner, despite heavy security and transport curbs. All detainees were released by evening, according to police sources. The protest signals sustained political opposition to the CEC, though the immediate impact is limited as detentions were temporary.