Delhi Metro Alert Today (October 9): Entry-Exit Restrictions Proposed at 57 Stations From 9 PM Ahead of CJP Protest; Check Affected Stations and Commuter Advisory

Delhi Metro Alert Today: The Delhi Police have suggested that the entry and exit gates of 57 metro stations could be closed starting from 9 pm on Friday, October 9, as there is likely to be a protest held at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The restriction may stay in place till the situation gets back to normal. The police also suggested to the DMRC to cut down the frequency of trains at the affected stations.

As per a report on October 9, this proposal was made to the DMRC in an official notice issued by the Office of the Joint Commissioner of Police, Transport Range, on October 8. It is also stated in the report that it was up to DMRC to decide whether all the proposed restrictions will be put into effect. But later, The Indian Express reported that the closure of stations was decided upon, and hence, commuters need to keep themselves updated about DMRC services.

Delhi Metro Today: Why Are 57 Stations Facing Possible Restrictions?

These proposed actions precede a protest rally to be held at Jantar Mantar by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and All India Students’ Association (AISA). The rally has been organized for Saturday, October 10, and will be associated with the demand for resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

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It has been alleged by the protest organizers with regard to SIR of electoral roll. It is a claim by the protesters and cannot be considered as an established fact. The Delhi Police has mentioned some issues about possible movement of the crowd to sensitive areas in New Delhi district. It has been reported that the Delhi Metro has been asked by the police in its communication to take precautionary measures which include limiting entry at certain stations and changing train frequency.