India, Oct. 11 -- Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk on Saturday described the situation in the country as an "undeclared emergency" after authorities detained several Opposition leaders, student activists, lawyers and journalists in Delhi amid sweeping restrictions ahead of a protest demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over alleged irregularities in electoral rolls.

Wangchuk, who had appealed for peace and unity ahead of the demonstration, condemned the detentions and said he would consider launching a peaceful protest, including a hunger strike or a march in Leh or Delhi, if those detained were not released within 24 hours.

"A few moments ago, I learned that student leaders, youth leaders, lawyers, journalis...