Archive · 25 Jul 2026
18 Delhi Metro Stations Closed Amid Protests
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced that 18 metro stations in central Delhi will remain closed on July 24, 2026, starting at 7:30 am.
This closure is due to heightened security measures amid ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
The stations will stay closed until further notice.
However, interchange facilities will be available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, and Central Secretariat, allowing commuters to switch lines without exiting the stations.
Protesters are demanding justice and transparency in the investigation of the paper leak, while authorities are focusing on maintaining public order and security.
The closure of metro stations has caused inconvenience to office-goers, students, and other commuters.
18 Delhi Metro stations closed on July 24, 2026, starting at 7:30 am.
Closure due to heightened security amid protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.
Interchange facilities available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, and Central Secretariat.
Protesters demand justice and transparency in the investigation.
Authorities prioritize maintaining public order and security.
- Who
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and protesters
- What
- Closure of 18 Delhi Metro stations
- When
- July 24, 2026, starting at 7:30 am
- Where
- Central Delhi
- Why
- Heightened security amid protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak
Protesters
Authorities
Protest Justification
Protesters
Protesters demand justice and transparency in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak investigation.
Authorities
Authorities prioritize maintaining public order and security during protests.
- Date of Closure
- July 24, 2026
- Number of Stations Closed
- 18
- Reason for Closure
- Heightened security amid protests
- Start Time of Closure
- 7:30 am
- Interchange Facilities Available
- Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, Central Secretariat
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar
- Issue Protesting
- Alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak
- Protest Group
- Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)
Sources
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