CJP Protest News: ‘This Cannot be Done’ – CJI Surya Kant Questions Closure of 57 Delhi Metro Stations Ahead of October 10 Jantar Mantar Protest – Check What Commuters Need to Know

CJP Protest News: Delhi’s preparations for the October 10 protest at Jantar Mantar have triggered a debate over public convenience and security restrictions, with Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant questioning the decision to close entry and exit gates at 57 metro stations. During a Supreme Court hearing on Friday, October 9, the CJI said authorities must consider the difficulties that such restrictions could create for students, office workers, senior citizens and thousands of people travelling to the capital every day.

The court raised concerns over the proposed restrictions ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) demonstration, stressing that security measures should not bring everyday life to a standstill. The hearing comes as Delhi authorities prepare for the planned gathering at Jantar Mantar and the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) implements restrictions requested by the police.

CJP Protest News: CJI Surya Kant Says Metro Restrictions Could Hurt Ordinary Commuters

During the hearing, CJI Surya Kant made it clear that the Supreme Court’s concern centred on the impact of widespread metro restrictions on ordinary citizens rather than the protest itself.

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The Chief Justice highlighted how thousands of people travel to Delhi from neighbouring areas, including Gurugram and Greater Noida, for work, education and other daily needs. He said authorities must consider these commuters before imposing restrictions across the city’s public transport network.

“We are mainly concerned about the complete closure of these metro station entries. We have serious concerns about this,” CJI Surya Kant said while hearing concerns over the restrictions imposed ahead of the proposed demonstration.

The court also pointed out that many commuters depend entirely on public transport and cannot easily switch to private vehicles when metro stations become inaccessible.

“Our concern is about the hundreds and thousands of commuters who come from Gurugram, Greater Noida, East Delhi and South Delhi to Delhi for their livelihood. They are students, employees and senior citizens who travel by public transport,” he said.