Delhi-NCR commuters may face travel difficulties on Saturday as authorities prepare for protests at Jantar Mantar and other sensitive locations in New Delhi. According to the provided information, 57 metro stations will be temporarily closed as part of precautionary security arrangements.
Rajneesh Gupta, Joint Commissioner of the Transport Range of Delhi Police, has reportedly written to the Managing Director of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), requesting the temporary closure of the identified stations. The restrictions are scheduled to begin at 9 pm on Friday and remain in place until the situation stabilises on Saturday.
Traffic Congestion Expected Across Delhi
Several parts of the national capital could experience heavy traffic as demonstrations take place at Jantar Mantar and other sensitive areas. The protests have been called by the CJP, while demonstrations organised by the Congress-led INDIAN organisation are also mentioned in the information provided.
Commuters are advised to plan their journeys carefully, allow extra time for travel and consider alternative routes where necessary.
Authorities Strengthen Security Arrangements
Security preparations have been stepped up in anticipation of the demonstrations. During protests organised by the CJP in July last year, the New Delhi district reportedly experienced significant disruption, with large crowds gathering despite police arrangements. Several metro stations were also closed during that period.
This time, authorities are taking preventive measures in advance, with the proposed station closures scheduled to begin on Friday evening to help manage crowds and maintain security.
List of 57 Metro Stations to Be Closed
The following metro stations are listed for temporary closure under the proposed security arrangements:
- 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
- RK 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 Bazaar
- Jama Masjid
- Karol Bagh
- Rajendra Place
- University
- Assembly
- Civil Lines
- Kashmiri Gate
- Indralok
- GTB Nagar
- Kanhaiya Nagar
- Netaji Subhash Place
- Azadpur
- Adarsh Nagar
- Jahangirpuri
- Haiderpur Badli Mor
- Majlis Park
- Shalimar Bagh
- Seelampur
- Maujpur
- Jafrabad
- Welcome
- Yamuna Vihar
- Khajuri Khas
- Shahdara
- Rithala
- Rohini East
- Rohini West
Disclaimer
This report is based on the information available at the time of writing. Metro station closures, timings and security restrictions may change depending on the prevailing situation and official decisions. Passengers should verify the latest updates through official DMRC and Delhi Police announcements before travelling.