In the last few days, travel in Delhi has taken a serious hit due to the ongoing protests, and things may not improve anytime soon. Now, as the national capital prepares for a major CJP (Cockroach Janta Party) protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10, entry and exit gates at several Delhi Metro stations may be closed. Read on to know which stations could be affected.
Which Delhi Metro Stations Will Be Closed For CJP Protest?
Delhi Police has written to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), proposing the closure of entry and exit gates at 57 Metro stations ahead of the CJP protest. The CJP will be protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. According to the proposal, the restrictions would begin at 9 PM on October 9 and continue until the situation gets back to normal. The 57 Metro stations that may be affected are:
- Janpath
- Patel Chowk
- Central Secretariat
- Lok Kalyan Marg
- Rajiv Chowk
- New Delhi
- Seva Teerth (Udyog Bhawan)
- Mandi House
- Bara Khamba Road
- ITO
- Delhi Gate
- Khan Market
- R.K. Ashram Marg
- Jhandewalan
- Supreme Court
- Indraprastha
- Shivaji Stadium
- INA (both metro lines)
- Hauz Khas
- Jor Bagh
- Arjangarh
- Sarai Kale Khan–Nizamuddin
- Lajpat Nagar
- Jangpura
- Ashram
- Kalindi Kunj
- Jasola
- 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 Palace
- Azadpur
- Adarsh Nagar
- Jahangir Puri
- Haiderpur Badli Mor
- Majlis Park
- Shalimar Bagh
- Seelampur
- Maujpur
- Jafrabad
- Welcome
- Yamuna Vihar
- Khazuri Khas
- Shahdara
- Rithala
- Rohini East
- Rohini West
DMRC has yet to approve the request to close these Metro stations. However, passengers can still use the interchange facilities at these stations.
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Which Trains Have Been Cancelled?
The security arrangements have also affected train services. Indian Railways has decided to cancel all Mail and Express trains arriving at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4 AM and 2 PM on October 10.
To keep the situation under control, the authorities have also decided to install over 300 CCTV cameras at several locations. These locations include Janpath, Jantar Mantar, Mandi House, Raisina Road and Central Secretariat.
Stay updated with the latest information before you step out!
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FAQs
When is CJP protest happening in Delhi?
The CJP protest will take place in Delhi on October 10, 2026.
Why is CJP protesting in Delhi on October 10?
CJP is protesting in Delhi to demand the resignation and accountability of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
What is the full form of CJP?
CJP full form is Cockroach Janta Party.
