CJP protest in Delhi: Transport, schools, shops affected; check what is closed | Today’s news
The Delhi Police is on high alert ahead of the proposed Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday (October 10), with restrictions and precautionary measures in place on public transport, road traffic, schools, shops and internet services.
The Delhi Police has denied permission for a proposed demonstration demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Police have stepped up security with extensive checks at border crossings, train stations and other sensitive locations.
Quick answers to key questions
•5 QUESTIONS
The Janta Cockroach Party has proposed a demonstration at Jantar Mantar on October 10, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral roll revision. Delhi Police refused permission to protest.
No. The restriction applies to entry and exit at 45 stations, not the shutdown of the entire metro network. Exchange facilities are available at affected stations except New Delhi; check DMRC updates before traveling.
More than 250 train services have reportedly been canceled and 30 locations may be affected by diversions from 6am. Commuters should check their train status, allow for extended travel time and follow Delhi Traffic Police updates.
Mobile internet services are to be suspended within a 4 km radius of Jantar Mantar from 10:00 PM on October 9 to 10:00 PM on October 10. Internet services in the rest of Delhi are expected to remain unaffected.
Businesses in Connaught Place were advised to close, while liquor shops in Delhi were closed on 9 and 10 October. Several schools and colleges have moved classes online or rescheduled meetings; advice Connaught Place is not a city-wide closing of shop.
The measures include entry and exit restrictions at 45 Delhi Metro stations, cancellation of more than 250 train services, possible diversion of traffic at 30 locations and temporary suspension of mobile internet services within a 4 km radius of Jantar Mantar. Several schools and colleges have moved classes online or rescheduled parent-teacher meetings, while the New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA) has advised commercial establishments in Connaught Place to remain closed.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s closed, what’s disrupted and what commuters, students, shoppers and residents need to know.
Delhi October 10: What is closed and what is affected?
1. Delhi Metro: Entry and exit gates at 45 stations closed
Entry and exit gates at 45 Delhi Metro stations were closed from 9pm on Friday 9 October until further notice. The restrictions will continue on Saturday, October 10, according to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC).
Major affected stations include Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk, Kashmir Gate, Janpath, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, Supreme Court, Indraprastha, ITO, Delhi Gate, Khan Market, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Hauz Khas and INA.
Other stations on the list include Shaheen Bagh, Jamia Millia Islamia, Okhla Vihar, Kalindi Kunj, Lajpat Nagar, Ashram, Sarai Kale Khan-Nizamuddin, Welcome, Shahdara, Rithala, Rohini, Azadpur and Shivaji Stadium.
The DMRC said the interchange facilities will remain available at the affected stations, except at the New Delhi Metro station.
Importantly, the restrictions apply to the entry and exit gates of the station; do not constitute a shutdown of the entire Delhi Metro network. Passengers should check the latest DMRC notification before travelling.
2. Trains: More than 250 connections cancelled
Rail services are expected to face significant disruption on October 10, with more than 250 train services connecting New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations to destinations across the country reportedly cancelled.
The cancellation applies to passenger trains scheduled to depart from originating stations after 2:00 PM on October 9 and also to trains scheduled to arrive at New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin between 4:00 AM and 2:00 PM on October 10. Departures from these stations and local train services were also affected.
Separately, the Bikaner Division of North Western Railway announced the cancellation of 13 Delhi-bound train services for Saturday, most of which originated from or passed through Haryana.
Among the affected trains are:
Kalka-Chandigarh-New Delhi Shatabdi (12006)
Una-Chandigarh-New Delhi Jan Shatabdi Express (12058)
Amritsar-Delhi Shatabdi (12014)
Sirsa-Tilak Bridge Haryana Express (15308)
Tilak Bridge-Bhiwani Express (14738)
Bhiwani-Tilak Express (14737)
Rewari-Old Delhi Passenger (54414)
Old Delhi-Rewari Passenger (54421)
Hisar-Old Delhi Passenger (54310)
Hisar-New Delhi Passenger (54424)
Railway officials gave operational reasons for the cancellation. Passengers should check their individual train status and refund or alternative travel arrangements with the relevant railway authorities before leaving for the station.
3. Roads: Traffic diversion possible at 30 locations
The Delhi Traffic Police has warned of possible disruption and diversion of traffic at 30 locations across the capital from 6am on Saturday. The measures will depend on the prevailing law and order situation.
Key locations where traffic movement could be affected include:
Shankar Road-Vande Mataram ‘T’ Point
Jhandewalan and Panchkuian
Minto Road-Deen Dayal Upadhyay Marg
Connaught Place and Jantar Mantar Road
Lodhi Road Flyover and Neela Gumbad
Sardar Patel Marg-Panchsheel Marg crossing
Bhikaji Cama Place and Moti Bagh Flyover
Windsor Palace Roundabout
Rail Bhawan and Patel Chowk roundabouts
The traffic police advised commuters to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra time and avoid unnecessary travel where possible.
Those traveling to railway stations, Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) or airports via New Delhi and Central Delhi should expect possible delays and additional security checks. According to police sources, a possible restriction on vehicles entering New Delhi after 6 am is also being considered.
Commuters can call 1095 or 011-25844444 for transportation assistance. They should also follow Delhi Traffic Police official website and social media channels for updates.
4. Internet: Mobile services suspended near Jantar Mantar
According to sources, mobile internet services are to be suspended within a radius of 4 km from Jantar Mantar from 10:00 PM on October 9 to 10:00 PM on October 10. The Union Home Ministry has approved the decision, sources said.
The restriction applies to mobile internet services in the specified area. Internet services in the rest of Delhi are expected to remain unaffected.
The suspension is part of security measures to prevent unauthorized gathering and maintain law and order during the proposed protest.
Residents and visitors to the affected area should expect a possible interruption of mobile data access for the indicated period.
5. Schools and colleges: Online courses, PTM changes
Several schools and colleges in Delhi have moved classes online or rescheduled parent-teacher meetings ahead of the protest.
The changes come amid concerns about traffic disruptions, diversions and safety restrictions that could affect students, teachers and parents traveling across the city.
6. Shops and Offices: Connaught Place closure advice
The New Delhi Traders Association has advised shops, offices, restaurants and other commercial establishments in Connaught Place to remain closed on Saturday as a precautionary measure.
The association urged shop owners and users of commercial premises to remain vigilant and cooperate with the advisory, citing the possibility of property damage and injuries during the expected protests.
This notice applies to commercial establishments in Connaught Place. This should not be construed as a blanket closure order for every market and business in Delhi.
Read also | The SC asks the Center to regulate metro and other public transport ahead of the October 10 protest
7. Liqueurs: closed on October 9 and 10
Liquor shops in Delhi have been ordered to remain closed on October 9 and October 10 as a precaution against the proposed protest.
The closure is part of wider security measures being implemented in the capital.
8. Courts: Virtual proceedings in two campuses
The Delhi High Court has ordered proceedings at the Patiala House and Rouse Avenue court complexes to be conducted virtually on Saturday, October 10.
All the seven district court complexes in Delhi will otherwise remain open as per the notification.
The High Court also directed that no adverse orders be passed in the District Courts for non-appearance of litigants, advocates, witnesses or accused persons. Urgent matters are to be adjourned to a short date and prisoners under trial are to be produced through virtual mode.
9. Security: Intensive deployment and checks in Delhi
The Delhi Police denied permission for the protest proposed by the CJP, citing short notice of the event and alleged non-compliance of instructions during the earlier protest.
Joint Commissioner of Police Nupur Prasad said the request was made on October 7, just three days before the proposed assembly, while existing rules require requests to be made at least 10 days in advance.
Security measures include the reported deployment of tens of thousands of police and paramilitary personnel, with more than 120 companies of the Central Armed Police Force expected to be involved.
The New Delhi district has been divided into 20 zones for closer monitoring. Police also conducted mock drills and stepped up checks at the capital’s borders, railway stations, bus terminals, hotels, guesthouses and other sensitive locations.
Read also | Delhi Metro closes entry, exit: Modified list of stations to remain closed tomorrow
