Overview

• Home Minister Amit Shah announced the day to honor those who suffered during the Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated the observance aims to remind citizens of the dangers of constitutional violations.
• Congress and other opposition parties have condemned the declaration, labeling it a distraction from current issues.
• The announcement has sparked a renewed debate on the legacy of the Emergency and its impact on Indian democracy.
• The special session of Parliament included a resolution condemning the Emergency, further fueling political tensions.