Ujjain Satyagraha Enters Day 13 as Former CM Digvijaya Singh Extends Support to Electoral Rights Movement

Eighth day of the rotational hunger strike focuses on demands to scrap the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), safeguard voting rights and seek the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

(SDNA) Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, October 18, 2026: A continuing protest over electoral rights, constitutional safeguards and democratic accountability entered its 13th day on Sunday at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar statue site at Tower Chowk in Ujjain. The rotational hunger strike also completed its eighth day, with former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh visiting the protest site to express his support.

Singh interacted with the protesters and discussed their demands and the future course of the movement. His visit brought renewed political attention to the ongoing demonstration, which has centred on concerns surrounding the electoral roll revision process and the protection of citizens’ voting rights.

The protesters are demanding the cancellation of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, stronger safeguards for eligible voters and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. They argue that transparency, fairness and accountability in electoral procedures are essential to maintaining public confidence in democracy.

Bhagat Singh, Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. Ambedkar’s Ideals Come Together

One of Sunday’s notable features was the participation of three individuals inspired by different historical figures and traditions of public action.

The participants included Manjeet Singh Thakral, inspired by the revolutionary ideals of Bhagat Singh; Renuka Gandhi, who identifies with Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of truth and non-violence; and Kamlesh Marmat, inspired by the ideas of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

The protesters presented their joint participation as a symbol of unity around constitutional values and democratic rights, despite differences in ideological backgrounds.

According to those associated with the movement, the gathering demonstrates how people influenced by different philosophies can come together on questions concerning electoral participation, civil rights and democratic accountability.

Digvijaya Singh Says the Satyagraha Is Making an Impact

During his visit, former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh spoke with the protesters and observed that satyagraha can influence public opinion and that the effects of the ongoing movement were becoming visible.

He also stressed the need to expand the campaign so that concerns surrounding voting rights could reach a wider audience and attract broader public participation.

Singh referred to his political campaign, the Satya Sanatan Swabhiman Yatra, while raising questions concerning Gyanesh Kumar. His remarks included references to an alleged past association of Kumar with the Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas Committee and related demands for resignation.

He also drew a political comparison between allegations described as “note chori” at the Ram temple and concerns characterised by the protesters as “vote chori” in the electoral process, presenting Kumar as a common link in the two contexts.

These statements constitute political allegations and commentary. They have not been independently established by the information available for this report and should not be treated as verified findings.

Protection of Voting Rights at the Centre of the Protest

Participants maintain that every eligible citizen must be able to exercise the right to vote without improper obstruction or exclusion.

Their concerns focus on the SIR process and the need for electoral roll preparation and revision to be conducted transparently, fairly and with appropriate safeguards for affected voters.

The protesters say their demands fall within the democratic and constitutional framework. Through the continuing demonstration, they seek to bring issues concerning electoral rolls and citizens’ voting rights into wider public discussion and draw the attention of the relevant institutions.

The movement’s central argument is that public confidence in elections depends not only on the conduct of polling but also on the integrity, transparency and accountability of the processes used to determine who is eligible to vote.

Citizens and Supporters Continue to Join the Demonstration

Several individuals participated in Sunday’s protest, including Rajendra Prasad Vashishth, Ravi Rai, Hemant Singh Chauhan, Vivek Yadav, Dr. Chainsingh Chaudhary, Anil, Prakash, Bhawanidan Singh, Banjara Kishan Chandel, Balaram Chandrashekhar Bairagi, Rajendra Singh Solanki, Yunus Patel, Jitendra Singh Panwar, Pawan, Kailashchandra, Hemant Koli, Rajendra Chandel, Hokam Singh, Satish Tatwal, Advocate Prakash Choubey, Seema Patel, Surendra Yadav, Vikas Kapoor, Sharif Khan, Mujib Supari and Amit Azad, among others.

Their participation reflects the continued presence of citizens supporting the movement’s stated demands. However, the protest’s broader public reach and its impact on official decisions remain to be assessed.

Media Interaction Scheduled for October 19

Organisers have announced a meeting with journalists at the protest site on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 1 p.m.

The proposed interaction will cover the current status of the satyagraha, its principal demands, activities undertaken so far and the movement’s future strategy.

Representatives of print, electronic and digital media have been invited to attend.

Venue: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Statue Site, Tower Chowk, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

Media interaction: October 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

Issued by: Ujjain Satyagraha — Hum Bharat Ke Nagrik (We, the Citizens of India)

SDNA Perspective: Electoral Transparency Remains a Key Democratic Question

The Ujjain satyagraha brings renewed attention to the relationship between electoral procedures, constitutional rights and public trust in democratic institutions.

As the protest continues, the significance of the issues raised will depend on transparent examination of the concerns, evidence-based responses from the relevant authorities and adherence to constitutional processes.

For now, the movement continues to press its demands through peaceful protest, while its organisers seek wider public engagement and greater institutional accountability.

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