Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a rally in Palwal, Haryana, accused Congress of planning to end the reservation system. "The Congress has planned to end reservation... Haryana is their test state," he said. Modi labeled Congress as the "biggest anti-Dalit party" and claimed they are trying to polarize voters. He also criticized the party for its internal conflicts and accused them of working against Dalit and backward communities. Modi assured voters that as long as BJP remains in power, the reservation system would stay intact. Haryana will hold its assembly elections soon.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi condemned the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and approximately 120 supporters by Delhi Police at the Singhu border. The group was demanding sixth schedule status for Ladakh. Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, stating, “This ‘Chakravyuh’ will be broken, and so will your arrogance.” He emphasized the unacceptability of detaining elderly citizens who peacefully protested for their constitutional rights. The police had imposed prohibitory orders to prevent gatherings, detaining Wangchuk and others at nearby police stations, where they were held temporarily. Gandhi demanded accountability for the police's actions against the peaceful demonstrators.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may face a money laundering case by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) linked to the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. An FIR has already been filed by the Karnataka Lokayukta, naming Siddaramaiah, his wife BM Parvathi, brother-in-law Mallikarjuna Swamy, and another individual, Devaraju. The ED is expected to invoke sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and begin its investigation. The central agency can summon the accused for questioning and seize their assets if required. The case could bring significant political implications for the CM.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge after he fell ill during a rally in Jammu and Kashmir. Kharge, 83, became dizzy while addressing supporters in Kathua but continued after receiving medical aid. He assured attendees, saying, "I will not die until PM Modi is removed from power." Kharge criticized the delay in elections, blaming the government for needing Supreme Court intervention. He reiterated Congress's commitment to restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.

In a significant cabinet reshuffle in Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin has been appointed as Deputy Chief Minister. He is the third-generation leader in his family to hold a key government role, following his grandfather M. Karunanidhi and father MK Stalin. Alongside him, Senthil Balaji, recently granted bail in a money laundering case, has returned to the cabinet. Other ministers sworn in include Govi Chezhian, SM Nasar, and KS Masthan. The reshuffle is seen as a strategic move ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.

  Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, 83, fell ill during a rally in Jammu & Kashmir’s Kathua district while campaigning for the final phase of the state’s Assembly elections. Feeling dizzy, Kharge was helped off stage and later examined by doctors who noted fluctuating blood pressure. After returning to the stage, Kharge declared, "I will stay alive until Prime Minister Narendra Modi is removed from power." He also emphasized his commitment to restoring statehood in J&K. Kharge is advised to rest but may skip future rallies due to health concerns.

The Congress unveiled its manifesto for the Haryana assembly polls on October 5, announcing major promises including ₹2,000 monthly for women aged 18-60, martyr status for 736 farmers who died during the farm protests, and ₹2 crore compensation for families of fallen soldiers. Other pledges include a farmers' welfare commission, 2 lakh permanent jobs, 300 units of free electricity, diesel subsidies for small farmers, and job opportunities for medal-winning athletes. Congress also promised stricter laws against mob lynching, drug de-addiction programs, and a Brahmin welfare commission.

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) students' wing, Trinamool Chhatra Parishad, suspended two senior members, Prantik Chakraborty and Rajanya Haldar, for creating a short film related to the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The suspension was announced on Friday and was attributed to “anti-party activities.” The controversy arose after Haldar shared the film's poster, titled Agamani, Tilottomader Galpo (The Tale of Tilottomas), on social media, indicating it was set against the backdrop of the RG Kar incident. The film, directed by Prantik Chakraborty, is scheduled for release in the first week of October.

YSR Congress Chief Jagan Mohan Reddy canceled his planned visit to the Tirumala temple after allegations surfaced about the use of animal fat in the preparation of the temple's prasadam laddus. The visit, part of statewide rituals by the party, was meant to counter allegations made by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. Naidu claimed the laddus, a sacred offering, contained substandard ingredients, leading to public outrage. Reddy dismissed the accusations, calling them baseless, and criticized the state government for obstructing his temple visit. He defended the temple's transparent procurement process for ingredients, including ghee, which is used in the laddus.

On September 26, 2024, the Indian Parliament restructured its standing committees, assigning Rahul Gandhi to the Defence Affairs Committee and Kangana Ranaut to the Communications and IT Committee. The Defence Committee will be chaired by BJP's Radha Mohan Singh, while the Communications panel is led by Nishikant Dubey. Other notable appointments include Shashi Tharoor as head of the Foreign Affairs Committee and Digvijaya Singh leading the Women, Education, Youth, and Sports Affairs Committee. This restructuring reflects a significant political maneuvering within Parliament, with key roles distributed among prominent leaders across party lines.