57 Delhi Metro Stations May Shut From 9pm Today as Cops Tighten Security Ahead of CJP's Jantar Mantar Protest Tomorrow
- On Friday, October 9, 2026, the Delhi Police asked the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation to close entry and exit gates at 57 stations starting at 9 PM to manage anticipated crowds for upcoming demonstrations.
- Planned protests by the Cockroach Janta Party-AISA against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at Jantar Mantar on Saturday, October 10, prompted the security request as authorities anticipate significant crowd movement.
- Beyond metro closures, the Delhi Police deployed central armed forces, restricted app-based taxis, and proposed reducing train frequency at identified stations to maintain order around the protest site.
- Authorities also announced the cancellation of mail and express railway services to the New Delhi Railway Station and Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station on Saturday, citing the anticipated congestion.
- While the Delhi Police requested these measures, the final extent of gate closures depends on the DMRC's decision, so commuters should prepare for potential travel disruptions.
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Delhi Police Proposes Closure of Entry and Exit Gates at 57 Metro Stations Ahead of Oct 10 Protest
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Delhi Police proposed closing entry and exit gates at 57 metro stations across the national capital and reducing train frequency at these stations in view of proposed protests scheduled for October 10, according to an official communication. India News | Delhi Police Proposes Closure of Entry and Exit Gates at 57 Metro Stations Ahead of Oct 10 Protest.
Trains cancelled, 26,000 security personnel in Delhi for CJP protest
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Delhi Metro's 57 stations likely to remain closed from tonight in view of CJP protest
In its letter to the DMRC, the Delhi Police has requested that 57 metro stations should remain closed on October 10 in view of the CJP protest, seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation over the SIR drive across the country.
Delhi cops say no permission for CJP stir tomorrow, asks Metro to shut 57 stations
The police have also asked the Delhi Metro to shut at least 57 stations on routes connecting to Central Delhi ahead of the CJP’s planned protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Delhi Metro May Seal Off 57 Stations Tonight Before Saturday’s CJP Rally At Jantar Mantar
<p>Commuters in Delhi may face changes to metro access from Friday night after Delhi Police asked the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to consider closing entry and exit gates at 57 stations ahead of demonstrations scheduled for Saturday, October 10. The proposed restrictions are intended to help manage crowds expected at Jantar Mantar and other locations in the New Delhi district. Police have also suggested reducing train frequency at the id…
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