Prashant Bhushan criticizes the BJP for overlooking attacks on democracy while recalling the 1975 Emergency, likening it to an ongoing “undeclared Emergency” that restricts rights and weakens institutions. He highlights the misuse of investigative agencies, erosion of judicial independence, and media compliance as threats to democracy, urging a reaffirmation of constitutional values.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar criticized the Supreme Court’s 1976 Emergency judgment, calling it a “darkest moment” in judicial history for legitimizing dictatorship and undermining fundamental rights. His remarks highlighted the judiciary’s failure to protect civil liberties during the Emergency, emphasizing the need for constitutional adherence and institutional integrity in the face of political pressure.