Delhi restrict traffic, close metro stations ahead of opposition protests
Authorities shut down six metro stations and enforced strict traffic diversions across central Delhi on Monday ahead of planned demonstrations. Opposition parties and youth activists organized a march to the Supreme Court demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The widespread political unrest follows controversies surrounding a massive voter list revision exercise…
Delhi Metro will remain shut at six stations on Monday, 12 October, from 6 AM to 4 PM due to security concerns over planned protests. These stations include Janpath, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, Central Secretariat, Rajiv Chowk, and Patel Chowk. Passengers can still transfer between trains at these interchange facilities. Security agencies will assess the situation and DMRC will update the public accordingly.
The Supreme Court had earlier directed metro and railway services to operate normally while allowing reasonable restrictions for public order. The court emphasized that security measures cannot completely halt public transport, which affects millions of residents.
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