Hyderabad, Oct. 12 -- The rhythmic beats of a marfa band at a Hyderabad wedding reception have provided an unusual backdrop for a protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with guests raising slogans demanding that the exercise be suspended and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resign.

A video featuring Talha Saleh Al Kaseri, a well-known social worker and AIMIM leader known for his powerful speeches and oratorical skills, shows him amid the celebrations as the traditional marfa band plays in the background. The gathering is seen turning the festive moment into an expression of protest, with participants voicing their opposition to SIR and demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner...