Delhi

Supreme Court has questioned the transport restrictions planned for October 10 in Delhi, saying security measures must be in proportion to the situation and should not cause extra hardship to commuters.

CJI Surya Kant compared the planned curbs to "using a hammer to kill a fly" while questioning the scale of restrictions for the Cockroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar. The court said Metro and railway services cannot be shut down completely. Authorities were asked to consider running services with some limits instead.

Calls had been made over the closure of entry and exit gates at 57 Delhi Metro stations and cancellation of several trains serving New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations. A bench of CJI Surya Kant, Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana heard senior advocate Kapil Sibal's plea challenging these curbs.

Protest permission is a separate matter. Delhi Police had denied permission for the CJP gathering at Jantar Mantar. The court noted that this denial had not been directly challenged. It also said the right to protest must be used within the law.

Several Mail and Express train services linked to New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations were cancelled for October 10. This affected routes serving Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan and Haryana among others.

Delhi Police has increased security around Jantar Mantar, Janpath, Tolstoy Marg and key city entry points. More than 23,000 police personnel have reportedly been deployed across the capital.

What this means for voters

The CJP has called this protest to demand resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. CJP and opposition groups claim eligible voters have been removed unfairly. The Election Commission and government reject these claims, saying the exercise is meant to find duplicate and ineligible entries.

Commuters should check official Metro and railway advisories before travelling on October 10, as arrangements may change following the court proceedings.

Delhi Police has filed 27 FIRs in just seven days over protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. That is a lot of cases for one week.

The protests focused on allegations about the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and demands for action against the CEC. Four sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita were used most often in these FIRs.

Section 3(5) of the BNS appeared in 22 of the 27 cases. Section 223(a) showed up in 18. Sections 221 and 132 were used in 17 FIRs each. These sections cover group acts with common intention, disobedience to public servant orders, obstruction of public functions, and assault on public servants.

Protest Denied

Delhi Police also denied permission for a protest by Cockroach Janta Party and student organisations at Jantar Mantar on October 10. Joint Commissioner of Police Nupur Prasad cited late application submission and rule violations during a previous protest as reasons for the denial.

Sections in an FIR do not prove guilt of those named in the case. For details on the electoral rolls under revision, see the New Delhi assembly constituency page.

Delhi Police is deploying 25,000 personnel to keep peace and order in the national capital. Security checks have been tightened at all borders to stop any unwanted incidents.

Stricter Measures in Place

Authorities are taking strict steps to keep the public safe. This is a required move to hold the city calm during sensitive times. Especially as voters in Delhi get ready for the upcoming election.

Schools and colleges in Delhi shifted to online classes and pushed back exams today. The changes happened because of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. Cockroach Janata Party called the protest. Their target is Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, over Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Protesters want the CEC to resign. They say voters' names are being deleted wrongly during the revision. That is a serious concern for anyone watching how India's voter lists are being handled right now.

Delhi Police have asked DMRC to shut entry and exit gates at 57 metro stations. The closure starts at 9 PM on Friday and continues until further notice. Barricading in the New Delhi area is already causing safety worries, especially for students travelling to school.

Schools and Colleges Change Schedules

Sardar Patel Vidyalaya moved Classes 6 to 12 online for Saturday. Raghubir Singh Junior Modern School rescheduled its parent-teacher meeting. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Mehta Vidyalaya on Kasturba Gandhi Marg cancelled sports day practice for Classes 9 to 12.

Colleges made similar changes. Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering in Paschim Vihar pushed mid-term exams from Saturday to Monday. Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology in Rohini moved its Saturday exams to October 12. Both cited possible metro restrictions as the reason.

Election Commission stands by its decision. The revision was approved unanimously by CEC Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi. Voters wrongly excluded from the list can still apply to be added back, the EC noted. See the Delhi SIR Draft Voter List 2026 PDF for details.

Supreme Court weighed in too. Chief Justice Surya Kant flagged the hardship faced by students, employees and senior citizens travelling from NCR. He urged authorities to keep security measures proportionate and public transport running. He also reminded everyone that the right to protest must be used within the law.

Parents should check with their schools for updated schedules and revised exam dates.

Supreme Court has told Centre and Delhi authorities to make sure Delhi Metro and railway services are not completely shut before the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. The court said public transport must keep running in a managed way. Regular commuters should not suffer.

A bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, made a clear point. There is a big difference between fully stopping services and managing them sensibly. Law and order must stay intact either way. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told the bench he would ask authorities to reconsider the restrictions.

The court also told authorities to put out public advisories. These should cover revised Metro and railway arrangements, road barricading, and alternate routes in Delhi. The aim is to keep commuters informed. In an important observation, the bench said it is time to set aside an alternate venue with basic amenities for peaceful protests. Jantar Mantar may not be the best fit anymore. The competent authority has been asked to consider this.

Details of the plea

The plea was filed against plans to close entry and exit gates at 57 Metro stations. Several trains would also be cancelled before Saturday's demonstration. Delhi Police had denied permission for the CJP protest, citing public safety and traffic concerns. CJP has called the gathering to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This is over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

Commuters in Delhi should plan their travel carefully tonight. Delhi Police have asked DMRC to close entry and exit gates at 57 metro stations starting from 9 PM on October 9, 2026.

The closure comes before the CJP protest planned for October 10. Services on affected lines may be suspended or restricted during this period.

Check Your Route Before Heading Out

If you have late-night travel plans, check which stations are on the closure list first. Better than getting stuck at a shut gate.

Lal Hit Janata Party held a protest in Delhi on Friday, just before a planned demonstration by CJP. The protest got attention in the capital as political groups took harder stances on key issues.

Delhi has seen many protests this season, and this one added to the noise. Details on the specific demands and the turnout are still coming in. It is worth watching closely since more protests are likely in the days ahead.

Delhi Police have filed about 25 FIRs over protests that started on October 2 in New Delhi. The cases cover allegations of vandalism, assault, and blocking government work. Named in these cases are Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

All the cases were registered in New Delhi district under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita. One case in particular involves the alleged unauthorized entry of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi into Akashvani Bhavan during a protest against Election Commission of India.

The protest was about alleged irregularities in how Election Commission worked under Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The INDIA bloc had planned a march from Parliament House to Nirvachan Sadan. No permission was asked for or given. When opposition leaders were stopped near the EC office, they staged a sit-in. Later, they entered Akashvani Bhavan without authorization.

Meanwhile, Delhi Police have also put out a warning about a planned protest by Cockroach Janata Party on October 10. Deputy Commissioner of Police Shrishti Pandey said protests are not allowed at Jantar Mantar or any other location under Section 163. Any unauthorized gathering will be treated as illegal and legal action will follow.

Thousands of police and paramilitary officers have set up positions across New Delhi before planned protests that demand the Election Commission chief step down. The demonstrations are about allegations of voter-roll problems tied to the ECI's special intensive revision of electoral rolls.

Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have called out the exercise, saying it could leave voters out and help the ruling BJP. Gandhi was briefly held during rallies earlier this week. He and other opposition leaders are expected to meet President Droupadi Murmu on Friday to raise concerns about ECI chief Gyanesh Kumar.

More than 20,000 officers are on the ground. Yellow metal barricades now line key roads near Jantar Mantar, limiting access to the protest site. Police have not approved rallies there.

The Cockroach Janta Party, a youth-led movement that started online in May, has called for a large turnout and march to Jantar Mantar on Saturday. The ECI has firmly rejected all allegations of wrongdoing.

Opposition leaders gathered at Rajghat in New Delhi on Thursday and prayed for the central government to gain the wisdom to remove Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar.

Leaders from Indian National Congress and Aam Aadmi Party led the meeting. Shiv Sena (Ubbhav Balasaheb Thackeray), Trinamool Congress and Nationalist Congress Party joined in. It was a rare show of unity among rival groups, all speaking in one voice about how elections are run.

Why They Are Protesting

Their worry is simple. They say the CEC's bias is hurting the integrity of the electoral process. Protesters plan to keep going until their demands are met. One participant, who asked not to be named, said an impartial electoral body is very important for our democracy.

The gathering comes as the opposition tries to gather public support before the next general elections. Pressure on the Chief Election Commissioner's office has grown. Many are asking how fairness can be made sure in future polls. How the government responds to these appeals is still not clear.

Delhi Police have registered a fresh First Information Report (FIR) against senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. The case accuses them of assaulting police personnel and stopping government work during a high-intensity INDIA bloc protest.

These charges come right after a separate case was filed earlier over a forceful entry into Akashvani Bhawan, which sits next to Election Commission headquarters. The political tension has been growing because of ongoing opposition protests. They want Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign over the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) issue.

High Drama on Central Delhi Streets

The latest clash happened after opposition leaders held a lunch meeting at Janpath. They tried to march toward Jantar Mantar. Security forces blocked them midway, so the leaders and their supporters sat down in protest at a central Delhi roundabout near the Shangri-La hotel.

Visuals from the scene captured strong scenes of resistance. Priyanka Gandhi and other women leaders sat on the road holding copies of the Constitution before being cleared by a large group of women security personnel. Rahul Gandhi was carried away by security staff and placed into a police bus. Party leaders like Amarinder Singh, Raja Warring, and Udai Bhanu Chib immediately surrounded the bus and climbed on it.

91 people were detained during the central Delhi standoff. All of them were released later that evening.

The Akashvani Bhawan Case

The earlier FIR came from a dramatic breach where opposition MPs and supporters allegedly entered Akashvani Bhawan without permission. Two security guards were taken for medical checks after minor injuries, and some minor damage was reported at the site.

Rahul Gandhi did not let the growing legal trouble bother him. Speaking to reporters, he said, "I have 45 FIRs against me. My target is that there should be 100 FIRs against me. Every FIR against me is a medal for me."

The opposition alliance is planning more protests, and political tensions in the national capital are not cooling down.

Delhi Police have increased security around the official residence of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Election Commission office. This comes as Opposition parties and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continue their protests.

Kumar currently has Z-Plus security, which means at least 32 guards. Most of these guards are from Delhi Police. This level of protection for the Chief Election Commissioner's post was raised to the top category by the central government during the time of former Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar.

Opposition Parties Protest Vote Chori Allegations

Leaders from the INDIA bloc have increased their protests against the Election Commission. The Opposition parties want Kumar to resign. They are complaining about "vote chori" (vote theft) during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists.

The CJK has also called for Kumar's resignation. They want criminal proceedings started against him. After holding demonstrations in Mumbai and Bengaluru, the CJP has announced a march in the national capital on October 10.