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Railways Cancel Delhi Trains Amid Planned CJP Protest
Indian Railways cancelled some trains that were supposed to reach two Delhi stations on October 10.
The affected trains were scheduled to arrive between 4 a.m.
and 2 p.m.
and to leave their starting stations after 2 p.m.
on Friday.
Railways said it expected heavy traffic near the stations.
It did not confirm that a planned CJP protest was the reason for the cancellations.
Delhi Police said a restriction called Section 163 was in force.
Police warned that gatherings without permission could be illegal and lead to legal action.
Passengers were advised to check their train status before travelling.
Separately, police are investigating violence at a CJP protest that took place on July 20.
Indian Railways cancelled Mail and Express trains due to arrive at New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin between 4 a.m. and 2 p.m. on October 10.
The cancellations apply to trains scheduled to depart their starting stations after 2 p.m. on Friday; they were to be cancelled at their origin stations.
Railways cited the likelihood of severe traffic congestion around the two stations, but officials did not confirm whether the proposed CJP protest prompted the decision.
Delhi Police said Section 163 was in force and warned that unauthorised gatherings, including the proposed October 10 protest, could lead to legal action.
Separately, the Crime Branch is investigating violence at a CJP protest on July 20 and plans to examine 2,873 suspects identified through facial-recognition data.
- Who
- Indian Railways, passengers travelling to New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin, and Delhi Police.
- What
- Mail and Express trains meeting the stated schedule were cancelled; police also warned against unauthorised gatherings.
- Where
- New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations, and Delhi.
- When
- The cancellations and proposed CJP protest were for October 10; the order was issued October 9. The separate protest violence occurred July 20.
- Why
- Railways cited the likelihood of severe traffic congestion near the stations. Officials did not confirm whether the planned protest prompted the decision.
Railway explanation
Possible protest connection
Reason for cancellations
Railway explanation
Indian Railways said the cancellations were made in anticipation of severe traffic congestion around the two stations.
Possible protest connection
The cancellations came amid a planned CJP protest, but railway officials did not confirm that the protest prompted the decision.
Key facts
- Affected trains
- Mail and Express trains scheduled to reach New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin
- Arrival window
- 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. on October 10
- Departure condition
- Scheduled to leave their originating stations after 2 p.m. on Friday
- Cancellation location
- At the trains' originating stations
- Railways' stated reason
- Likelihood of severe traffic congestion around the two stations
- Police warning
- Delhi Police said Section 163 was in force and unauthorised gatherings could lead to legal action.
- Separate investigation
- The Crime Branch is investigating July 20 protest violence and examining 2,873 suspects identified through facial-recognition data.
Quotes
Shrishti Pandey
Deputy Commissioner of Delhi Police
“Section 163 is in effect, meaning protests are not permitted—neither at Jantar Mantar nor anywhere else. Any gathering will be considered illegal, and we would be compelled to take necessary legal action against it.”
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“I would like to urge the protestors not to participate in such illegal gatherings. Please prioritise your own safety as well. Also, consider the safety of your family.”
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Sources
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