Archive · 2 Oct 2026
Delhi Metro Closes 11 Stations Ahead of CJP Protest
Several Delhi Metro stations closed their entrances and exits before a planned protest.
The closures affected 11 stations near central Delhi and Jantar Mantar.
People can still change trains at four of those stations.
Police did not approve the proposed demonstration at Jantar Mantar.
Police and Rapid Action Force teams were sent to the area.
Barricades and special restrictions were also put in place.
The Cockroach Janta Party said it would continue its protest plans.
Its spokesperson, Saurav Das, said people would walk or run to the protest if needed.
The party wants Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign.
Entry and exit facilities at 11 Delhi Metro stations were closed until further notice for security reasons.
Interchange services remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, New Delhi and Central Secretariat.
Delhi Police denied permission for the proposed Jantar Mantar demonstration and deployed additional security forces.
CJP spokesperson Saurav Das said protesters would reach the site despite the station closures.
The CJP announced nationwide protests demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over electoral-roll and SIR concerns.
- Who
- The Cockroach Janta Party, spokesperson Saurav Das, Delhi Police, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and protesters.
- What
- Delhi Metro closed entry and exit facilities at 11 stations amid security preparations for a planned protest.
- When
- The restrictions were in place ahead of the planned demonstration; the CJP said its nationwide mobilisation would begin in Mumbai on Friday.
- Where
- Central Delhi, particularly areas around Jantar Mantar; the broader mobilisation is planned to begin at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
- Why
- Authorities cited security arrangements, while the CJP said it was protesting the functioning of the Election Commission and seeking Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.
Authorities’ Position
CJP’s Position
Metro station closures
Authorities’ Position
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and authorities presented the closures as security arrangements around New Delhi and Jantar Mantar.
CJP’s Position
Saurav Das argued that closing stations would not prevent people from reaching the protest, saying they would come on foot or running.
Permission for the demonstration
Authorities’ Position
Delhi Police denied permission for the proposed Jantar Mantar protest and advised people not to travel there for unauthorised demonstrations.
CJP’s Position
The CJP announced a nationwide mobilisation and continued to focus on Delhi despite the restrictions.
Election Commission concerns
Authorities’ Position
The authorities’ reported measures focused on maintaining security and restricting an unauthorised gathering; the article does not state their response to the CJP’s electoral allegations.
CJP’s Position
The CJP alleged that the electoral process and citizens’ voting rights were being undermined and demanded Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.
- Affected stations
- Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Rajiv Chowk, Seva Teerth, Mandi House, Lok Kalyan Marg, INA, Chawri Bazar, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg and New Delhi.
- Metro restriction
- Entry and exit were closed at the 11 stations until further notice.
- Interchange services
- Passengers could still change lines at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, New Delhi and Central Secretariat.
- Protest venue
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
- Police action
- Delhi Police denied permission for the demonstration and deployed police and Rapid Action Force personnel.
- Legal restriction
- Authorities imposed prohibitory restrictions under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita in New Delhi.
- CJP demand
- The party demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing concerns over electoral rolls and the Special Intensive Revision exercise.