Delhi metro stations open or closed today? Latest DMRC update on stations that may be shut for October 12

Entry and exit gates at six Delhi Metro stations will stay closed till 4 pm on Monday, October 12. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said the closure is for security reasons. The step comes ahead of a protest announced by Congress against the Chief Election Commissioner. Passengers can still change lines at all six stations.

Delhi Metro Station Open Or Closed Today: Full List

Six stations are affected. These are,

• Janpath
• Mandi House
• Barakhamba Road
• Central Secretariat
• Rajiv Chowk
• Patel Chowk.

Passengers cannot enter or exit these stations till 4 pm. DMRC did not name any other station.

DMRC Update On Delhi Metro Stations

DMRC shared the update in a post on X. It said the gates are shut for security reasons.

Security agencies will review the situation. DMRC said further updates will be shared as needed, so commuters should check its official channels before leaving home.

Delhi Metro Interchange Facility Open

Entry and exit are shut, but changing trains is allowed. DMRC said interchange facility “will remain available at all the concerned metro stations”.

Delhi Traffic Police Advisory For October 12

Delhi Traffic Police has listed 30 points where diversions can start from 6 am on October 12. Police said this is in view of the law and order situation.

The list includes Dhaula Kuan Flyover, Jhandewalan, Panchkuian, Mandi House, Lodhi Road Flyover, Windsor Palace, Rail Bhawan, Gol Dak Khana, Patel Chowk and RML Hospital.

Commuters going to railway stations, interstate bus terminals or the airport via New Delhi and Central Delhi have been asked to keep extra time. Police also asked people to avoid unnecessary travel. Restrictions will be relaxed or tightened based on the situation on the ground.

Why Are Delhi Metro Stations Closed Today

Congress has announced a protest against the Chief Election Commissioner over its “vote chori” allegations. Protesters demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner faced a heavy police crackdown a day earlier. On Sunday, opposition leaders criticised the detentions and asked citizens to join a march to the Supreme Court on Monday. The Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha gave the call.

Delhi Metro Stations Closed On October 10

Delhi Metro gates were shut a few days ago too, ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest against the Chief Election Commissioner. DMRC closed entry and exit at 45 stations from 9 pm on October 9 till 6 pm on October 10 for security reasons.

Delhi Police had first asked DMRC to shut 57 stations, saying a mob could move towards sensitive locations. DMRC later cut the list to 45. Interchange stayed available at all affected stations except New Delhi. Delhi Police had denied permission for the CJP protest, planned at Jantar Mantar.