Delhi Metro Shuts Six Stations Till 4 PM Today Ahead Of Congress’ Call For Protest March; Traffic Advisory Issued
Delhi Metro shuts six stations till 4 PM on October 12 amid Congress' protest march. Check affected stations, traffic advisory and travel updates.
Delhi Metro Shuts Six Stations Till 4 PM Today Ahead Of Congress’ Call For Protest March; Traffic Advisory Issued
Delhi commuters faced temporary travel restrictions on Monday, October 12, 2026, as the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) closed entry and exit facilities at six key metro stations in central Delhi. The move came ahead of a Congress-led protest march towards the Supreme Court over allegations of electoral irregularities and demands for action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
According to the DMRC’s announcement, the restrictions were imposed from 6 AM until 4 PM due to security concerns. Authorities said the situation would be reviewed by security agencies, with further updates to be issued depending on developments.
Importantly, the restrictions apply to station entry and exit facilities, while interchange facilities remain available at all six affected stations. Commuters travelling through central Delhi were advised to plan their journeys carefully and allow additional time for their daily commute.
Which Six Delhi Metro Stations Are Closed?
The following six metro stations have been affected by the temporary restrictions on October 12:
- Patel Chowk: A key station for commuters travelling towards central government offices and nearby administrative areas.
- Janpath: Located near major commercial, shopping and government office areas.
- Rajiv Chowk: One of Delhi Metro’s busiest interchange stations, connecting the Blue and Yellow lines.
- Mandi House: An important interchange station serving central Delhi and nearby cultural institutions.
- Central Secretariat: A major station used by government employees and passengers travelling to central administrative offices.
- Barakhamba Road: A station serving the Connaught Place business district and surrounding commercial areas.
Passengers should note that the closure does not mean metro trains have stopped operating across the entire network. The restriction concerns entry and exit at the listed stations, while interchange facilities remain operational, according to the DMRC.
Why Has Delhi Metro Restricted Access to These Stations?
The temporary closures are linked to heightened security arrangements ahead of the Congress-led protest march to the Supreme Court. The demonstration, announced under the banner of “Chalo Delhi – March for Democracy”, centres on opposition allegations concerning electoral processes and voter-list revisions.
Congress leaders have raised concerns about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and have demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The party has also called for changes to the electoral process, including a return to paper ballots.
The protest was scheduled to begin at around 1:30 PM from the Connaught Place–Barakhamba Road junction, with participants planning to march towards the Supreme Court. Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were among those associated with the planned demonstration.
The metro restrictions were introduced as a precautionary measure to manage crowds, maintain public order and reduce potential security risks in sensitive areas of the capital.
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