New Delhi, Oct. 16 -- Holding the national flag during an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) protest march in the national capital, AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj on Friday sharply criticized the Centre over the massive security deployment in the capital, questioning why authorities were restricting citizens from unfurling the Tricolour.

AAP workers and supporters gathered to stage a 'Tiranga Rally' directing their agitation against the Election Commission over alleged institutional irregularities. Speaking to ANI, Bharadwaj drew parallels with India's freedom struggle while condemning administrative curbs, including the temporary closure of Central Park in Connaught Place.

"It is sheer madness that they are saying we cannot unfurl the Tricolour ...