Delhi Metro Shuts Entry, Exit at Six Stations Till 4 PM Ahead of INDIA Bloc March
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The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has suspended entry and exit at six metro stations in central Delhi until 4 pm on October 12, citing security concerns ahead of a planned INDIA bloc protest march towards the Supreme Court.
Interchange facilities will remain operational at all six affected stations — Patel Chowk, Janpath, Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, Central Secretariat and Barakhamba Road — the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said on X.
Entry and exit facilities at these stations will remain closed from 6 am to 4 pm on Monday, October 12, as security agencies review the situation and issue further updates if necessary,they added.
Traffic Diversions Across Delhi
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory on X by warning of congestion and possible diversions across the national capital. Heightened security arrangements and overnight rainfall could further disrupt road travel, particularly during the morning office rush.
The traffic police have urged motorists to avoid non-essential travel through affected areas, follow diversion signs and comply with directions issued by traffic personnel.
Traffic restrictions and possible diversions have been identified at around 30 locations, including Dhaula Kuan Flyover, Jhandewalan roundabout, Mandi House roundabout, Panchkuian roundabout, Connaught Place, Minto Road and Guru Nanak Chowk.
Other affected stretches include Lodhi Road Flyover, Neela Gumbad roundabout, Samrat Hotel roundabout, Bhikaji Cama Place, Moti Bagh flyovers, Rail Bhawan roundabout, Patel Chowk and the crossings around Sansad Marg and Ashoka Road.
The restrictions come two days after authorities temporarily closed 45 metro stations in connection with a protest organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
INDIA Bloc Protest Over Electoral Roll Revision
The proposed march comes amid opposition protests over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and demands for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Leaders of several INDIA bloc parties are expected to participate in the demonstration.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi wrote on X that the INDIA bloc would march to the Supreme Court alongside opposition parties and civil society groups, demanding an end to alleged vote chori, a halt to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
