The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar on October 10, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstration is backed by Opposition parties, with protesters expected to begin arriving in the morning.
Authorities have announced security measures and transport restrictions across the capital. Here is what protesters and commuters need to know before travelling.
Faridabad Police has established checkpoints at eight major entry and exit points, including Badarpur border, Pul Pehladpur, Shooting Range border and Mangar Chowk.
Officials said each checkpoint would have 30 police personnel, working in 12-hour shifts from 10 am to 10 pm to monitor traffic entering the capital.
At the Uttar Pradesh border, the Chilla border and the Delhi-Noida Direct Flyway are expected to see heightened checks. Police will inspect vehicles and passengers, according to a senior officer.
Delhi Police has set up detention centres in all 15 districts. District teams have been directed to increase patrolling and monitor people travelling towards the protest area.
According to the information provided, those who refuse police directions to turn back may be taken to detention centres.
Police have inspected hotels and guesthouses across Delhi and instructed operators not to accommodate new visitors suspected of arriving for the protest.
Police sources said bulk orders placed through platforms such as Zomato, Blinkit and Zepto for delivery to the protest area would be closely monitored.
Police have contacted cab aggregators Uber and Ola regarding vehicle movement near Jantar Mantar. This could affect access to the protest venue.
Shops and restaurants around Connaught Place are expected to remain shut on October 10 following an advisory by a traders’ association identified in the report as the NDTA.
Trains arriving at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations are reported to be cancelled from 4 am to 2 pm on October 10. Passengers should confirm their individual train status with the railway authorities before travelling.
Entry and exit are scheduled to be restricted at the following 57 stations, according to the information provided.
Central Delhi and interchange areas: 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, R.K. Ashram Marg and Jhandewalan.
Other central and southern locations: Supreme Court, Indraprastha, Shivaji Stadium, INA, Hauz Khas, Jor Bagh, Arjangarh, Sarai Kale Khan–Nizamuddin, Lajpat Nagar, Jangpura, Ashram, Kalindi Kunj and Jasola.
Eastern and central-eastern locations: Jamia Millia Islamia, Okhla Vihar, Chawri Bazar, Jama Masjid, Karol Bagh, Rajendra Place, Vishwavidyalaya, Vidhan Sabha, Civil Lines, Kashmere Gate, Inderlok, G.T.B. Nagar, Kanhaiya Nagar, Netaji Subhash Place and Azadpur.
Northern and northeastern locations: Adarsh Nagar, Jahangir Puri, Haiderpur Badli Mor, Majlis Park, Shalimar Bagh, Seelampur, Maujpur, Jafrabad, Welcome, Yamuna Vihar, Khazuri Khas, Shahdara, Rithala, Rohini East and Rohini West.
Check Delhi Metro services: Entry and exit will be closed at 57 metro stations from 9 pm on Friday.
Plan an alternative route: Several stations across central, northern, southern, eastern and western Delhi will be affected.
Check train status: Trains arriving at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations are reported to be cancelled between 4 am and 2 pm on Saturday.
Allow extra travel time: Police checks are expected at Delhi’s borders, including the Faridabad and Noida entry points.
Confirm local access: Connaught Place shops and restaurants are expected to remain closed following a traders’ association advisory.
Check cab availability: Police have spoken to ride-hailing platforms such as Uber and Ola about restricting movement around Jantar Mantar. Ride availability may be affected.
Carry identification and follow instructions: Expect security checks and cooperate with lawful directions from police.
Keep checking official updates: Transport arrangements and security restrictions may change. Verify information before setting out.