NSUI holds 'Hallabol March' demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

New Delhi: National Students' Union of India (NSUI) activists participate in an 'Ungli Toh Uthegi-Hallabol March' from its headquarters to Jantar Mantar as they stage a protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, in New Delhi, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI

The National Students' Union of India (NSUI) on Sunday held an "Ungli Toh Uthegi - Hallabol March" towards Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

The march was led by NSUI national president Vinod Jakhar, who was seen holding a placard bearing the message "Gyanesh, it's done bro".

The protest comes amid a series of demonstrations by student groups and other organisations demanding Kumar's resignation.

NSUI said the march was aimed at raising questions over the functioning of the Election Commission and demanding accountability from its chief.

The march began at the NSUI national headquarters in New Delhi and proceeded towards Jantar Mantar, according to the organisation.

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