Delhi commuters face a major travel disruption tonight. Authorities have announced that entry and exit at 57 Delhi Metro stations will be shut from 9 PM on Friday, October 9, ahead of the planned CJP-AISA protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The curbs are expected to continue until the situation “normalises”. Earlier reports described the move as a Delhi Police proposal to DMRC, but an updated report at 1:49 PM said Delhi authorities had announced the closure. Train frequency at affected stations may also be reduced. Passengers travelling late on Friday or on Saturday should recheck routes before leaving.
Key Highlights
- Restrictions at 57 Metro stations are scheduled from 9 PM on October 9.
- Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Central Secretariat, Kashmere Gate, INA and Hauz Khas are on the list.
- Around 23,000 Central Armed Police Forces personnel have been made available to Delhi Police.
- New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway services face a 10-hour cancellation window on October 10.
Which 57 Delhi Metro Stations Are Closing?
The police list covers central, south, north, east and northeast Delhi, not only stations around Jantar Mantar.
- Central and interchange: Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Seva Teerth (Udyog Bhawan), Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, ITO, Delhi Gate, Khan Market, R.K. Ashram Marg and Jhandewalan.
- Central and south Delhi: Supreme Court, Indraprastha, Shivaji Stadium, INA on both lines, Hauz Khas, Jor Bagh, Arjangarh, Sarai Kale Khan-Nizamuddin, Lajpat Nagar, Jangpura, Ashram, Kalindi Kunj and Jasola.
- East and central-east: Jamia Millia Islamia, Okhla Vihar, Chawri Bazar, Jama Masjid, Karol Bagh, Rajendra Place, Vishwavidyalaya, Vidhan Sabha, Civil Lines, Kashmere Gate, Inderlok, G.T.B. Nagar, Kanhaiya Nagar, Netaji Subhash Place and Azadpur.
- North and northeast: Adarsh Nagar, Jahangir Puri, Haiderpur Badli Mor, Majlis Park, Shalimar Bagh, Seelampur, Maujpur, Jafrabad, Welcome, Yamuna Vihar, Khazuri Khas, Shahdara, Rithala, Rohini East and Rohini West.
Passengers can cross-check station status on the DMRC website before starting a journey.
Why Are Delhi Metro Restrictions Being Imposed?
The restrictions come ahead of a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party and AISA against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Delhi Police denied permission, citing short notice, previous alleged violations and public-order concerns. Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita is in force in parts of New Delhi.
Security preparations are extensive. The Indian Express reported that 221 companies of Central Armed Police Forces, around 23,000 personnel, were made available to Delhi Police from October 8 to 12. Five all-women paramilitary companies are also included.
The issue reached the Supreme Court on October 9. The court said a protest without permission would not be lawful and indicated that restrictions could be reconsidered if organisers challenge the denial and provide assurances about peaceful conduct.
What Else Could Disrupt Travel On October 10?
Metro closures are only part of the disruption. Indian Railways has cancelled trains arriving at and departing from New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations from 4 AM to 2 PM on Saturday. A railway official told The Indian Express that around 5,000 passengers missed trains on Thursday, showing how access problems around major terminals can quickly affect journeys.
What Commuters Should Do
- Check the official DMRC website or DMRC X account immediately before departure, especially after 9 PM.
- Do not rely only on route-planning apps because a train may pass through a station even when entry or exit gates are restricted.
- Travellers connecting to New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations should verify train status separately and allow extra road-travel time.
There is no announced blanket “Delhi bandh”. The restrictions target transport access, crowd movement and sensitive zones, though commuters across several corridors could still face delays.
Delhi Metro Closure Today: What Passengers Should Watch Next
The biggest unknown is reopening time. Authorities have not announced a fixed schedule, saying restrictions will continue until the situation normalises.
Passengers should watch for station-by-station restoration, changes in train frequency and fresh traffic advisories around Connaught Place, Jantar Mantar, Parliament Street, New Delhi Railway Station and Hazrat Nizamuddin. For the latest Delhi Metro station closure today update, check official DMRC channels before leaving rather than assuming a station has reopened.
Are 57 Delhi Metro stations closed today?
Restrictions begin at 9 PM on October 9. Entry and exit at all 57 listed stations are expected to remain restricted until conditions fully normalise
Will Metro trains stop running through closed stations?
Not always. Gate closures can differ from a full line shutdown, so passengers should check official DMRC updates for train movement, entry and exit availability.
Is Rajiv Chowk Metro Station affected?
Yes. Rajiv Chowk is on the 57-station list, so passengers using this major interchange should check gate access, train frequency and service changes before travelling.
Why are Delhi Metro stations being restricted?
The curbs are linked to security arrangements for the October 10 Jantar Mantar protest and concerns over large crowds moving towards sensitive parts of Delhi.
Are trains at New Delhi Railway Station also affected?
Yes. Rail services to and from New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin face major cancellations between 4 AM and 2 PM on October 10, affecting passengers.
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