NEW DELHI, OCTOBER 14, 2026: The Dr. Ambedkar Society for Thoughts, Actions and Consciousness (DASTAK) has demanded a public and unconditional apology from Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi over an alleged incident at the Supreme Court premises on October 12, 2026, expressing concern over what it described as an attempt to undermine the dignity and independence of democratic institutions.
In an open letter addressed to Rahul Gandhi, DASTAK President Dr. N.K. Sant alleged that Gandhi, along with other opposition leaders and a large crowd, entered the Supreme Court premises without permission. The organisation described the incident as one of the “blackest days for Indian democracy since the Emergency,” alleging that it raised serious concerns about security and the possibility of political pressure on the judiciary.
Expressing anguish on behalf of Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and Backward Classes, Dr. Sant said that maintaining the dignity of constitutional institutions was essential to upholding the ideals of Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.
DASTAK also raised concerns over recent opposition actions and statements relating to Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), the Election Commission of India and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The organisation questioned what it described as a lack of concrete evidence supporting certain allegations and referred to earlier meetings with President Droupadi Murmu.
The letter further criticised the alleged practice of raising questions about Indian democratic institutions on international platforms, arguing that such actions could weaken public confidence in the country’s constitutional framework.
Calling for clarification on the issues raised, DASTAK urged Rahul Gandhi to issue an unconditional apology to the nation, the judiciary and citizens committed to Babasaheb Ambedkar’s constitutional ideals. The organisation said that actions perceived as undermining democratic institutions could create insecurity among marginalised communities and those who place their faith in the Constitution.
DASTAK, a registered society established in 2000, draws inspiration from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s message, “Educate, Unite, and Agitate.” The organisation works in areas including education, health and social prosperity, with a focus on the welfare of marginalised communities and the promotion of constitutional values, social consciousness and the dignity of democratic institutions.
The organisation reiterated that respect for constitutional institutions and accountability in public life were essential to safeguarding democracy and ensuring that the principles enshrined in the Constitution remained central to the country’s political discourse.