Tharoor alleges 130M removed from Indian voter rolls, links protests to democratic erosion

Indian opposition politician Shashi Tharoor claims 130 million people were removed from voter lists, framing ongoing protests as a response to an attack on democracy's foundation. The claim is unverified and likely refers to routine electoral roll cleanup, but the scale and political framing signal heightened domestic tension. Tharoor also reaffirms India's continued reliance on Russia, underscoring a geopolitical stance that diverges from Western pressure.