Congress Calls for Black Day as Delhi Police 'Manhandle' Top Opposition Leaders

The Indian National Congress (INC) has declared it will observe a 'Black Day' across the country on [date] to protest the alleged manhandling of senior Opposition leaders, including the Leader of the Opposition, by Delhi Police. The incident occurred on [date] in Delhi during a protest march, according to party sources.

In a strongly worded statement, the Congress party condemned the police action, saying, “This assault on Leader of the Opposition and the elected representatives of the people is an assault on the Constitution itself.” The party has demanded an apology from the government and a judicial inquiry into the incident. This comes amid heightened tensions between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition over various issues.

The Opposition parties have rallied behind the Congress, with several leaders expressing solidarity and condemning the police action. The government has not yet responded to the allegations. The 'Black Day' observance is expected to include protests and marches across major cities, potentially escalating political confrontations. International observers are closely monitoring the situation for any impact on India's democratic image.