Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Delhi's Connaught Place Shuts Early Amid Protests
Shops, restaurants, and offices in Connaught Place, a busy area in New Delhi, were told to close early at 6:30 PM on July 23, 2026.
This decision was made by the New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA) because of protests happening nearby.
The protests are led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), who are upset about a recent exam leak and want the Education Minister to step down.
The NDTA said they were following advice from city officials to keep everyone safe.
However, a leader from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) criticized the decision, saying it might lead to harsh actions against the protesters.
Shops, restaurants, and offices in Connaught Place were instructed to close by 6:30 PM on July 23, 2026.
The decision was made by the New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA) following advice from NDMC officials.
The closure was due to protests by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) over a NEET exam paper leak.
The NDTA urged all establishments to comply to avoid property loss and injury.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader condemned the decision, expressing concern over potential brutality against protesters.
- Who
- Shops, restaurants, offices in Connaught Place; New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA); Cockroach Janata Party (CJP); Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
- What
- Early closure of shops and establishments in Connaught Place due to protests
- When
- July 23, 2026, at 6:30 PM
- Where
- Connaught Place, New Delhi
- Why
- Due to the critical situation caused by CJP protests over NEET paper leak and demand for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation
New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA)
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
Decision to Close Shops
New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA)
The NDTA issued an advisory to close shops early due to the critical situation caused by CJP protests, following advice from NDMC officials.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)
AAP leader condemned the decision, questioning the government's handling of the situation and expressing concern over potential brutality against protesters.
- Location
- Connaught Place, New Delhi
- Date
- July 23, 2026
- Time of Closure
- 6:30 PM
- Protesting Party
- Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)
- Issuing Authority
- New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA)
- Reason for Closure
- Critical situation due to CJP protests
- Condemning Party
- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)