Connaught Place, Palika, Khan Market, Janpath to Remain Remain Shut in Delhi Amid CJP Protest
Delhi Police detained over 500 protesters as traders kept major markets shut over fears of violence and losses worth crores, officials said.
- On Saturday, October 10, 2026, markets across New Delhi, including Connaught Place and Khan Market, remained shut amid Cockroach Janata Party protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
- The Cockroach Janata Party called the demonstration to protest alleged voter-list manipulation during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and changes relating to Form 6 used for voter registration.
- Delhi Police detained over 500 protesters attempting to reach Jantar Mantar on Saturday, while protest-related disruptions affected business for the past four to five days.
- Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge lashed out at the Modi government Saturday, alleging detentions turned the 'Mother of Democracy' into a 'Muzzled Democracy' and vowed to fight 'tooth and nail'.
- New Delhi Traders Association President Atul Bhargav urged political parties to hold peaceful protests away from commercial areas, citing public safety risks and potential financial damage to businesses.
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Mallikarjun Kharge slams government over detentions, calls India a ‘Muzzled Democracy’
Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the Narendra Modi government of suppressing dissent and violating democratic principles. He highlighted the detentions of various groups, including youth and journalists, who criticize the government. Kharge emphasized that such actions would not deter the people's resolve to uphold democracy and fundamental rights. The Congress Party, along with opposition allies, plans to combat what they term a tyrannical regime.
Delhi: Khan Market, Connaught Place shut amid CJP, INDIA bloc protests; traders cite heavy losses
Markets across the national capital, including Khan Market and Connaught Place, remained shut on Saturday amid protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and INDIA bloc members, with traders raising concerns over mounting losses and fears of damage to property.
CJP protest in Jantar Mantar: CP, Palika, Khan Market, others closed today; check which are open
Several prominent Delhi markets, including Connaught Place, Palika Market, Khan Market and Janpath, are expected to close on Saturday, October 10, during the Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar. Traders cited security concerns and possible disruption.
Connaught Place market to be shut on Saturday over CJP protest, says traders' body
New Delhi, Oct 10 (PTI) The Connaught Place market will be shut on Saturday in view of the protest called by the CJP at Jantar Mantar, the New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA) said, citing concerns over public safety and potential damage to property. In a statement, NDTA Joint Secretary Amit Gupta said the decision was […]
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