If you take the Delhi Metro on October 9 or 10, you may need to rethink your plans. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced restrictions at 57 metro stations ahead of a planned protest in the national capital, with security arrangements in place to manage crowds.
As per the advisory, entry and exit gates at the affected stations will close from 9 PM on October 9 and stay closed on October 10 until further notice. If you regularly use any of these stations, check the latest updates before you leave home so you don’t get caught out at the last minute.
Why Are 57 Delhi Metro Stations Facing Restrictions?
The decision follows a request from Delhi Police dated October 8. Authorities have asked DMRC to take precautionary measures ahead of the planned protest on October 10.
The restrictions are meant to help manage crowds and address security concerns around sensitive locations. Train frequency at some stations may also be adjusted, depending on how the situation develops. For daily commuters, this could mean taking a different route or leaving a bit earlier than usual.
List of 57 Delhi Metro Stations Affected
Here are the stations mentioned in reports about the advisory:
- Janpath
- Patel Chowk
- Central Secretariat
- Lok Kalyan Marg
- Rajiv Chowk
- New Delhi
- Udyog Bhawan
- Mandi House
- Barakhamba Road
- ITO
- Delhi Gate
- Khan Market
- R.K. Ashram Marg
- Jhandewalan
- Supreme Court
- Indraprastha
- Shivaji Stadium
- INA
- Hauz Khas
- Jor Bagh
- Arjangarh
- Sarai Kale Khan-Nizamuddin
- Lajpat Nagar
- Jangpura
- Ashram
- Kalindi Kunj
- Jasola
- Jamia Millia Islamia
- Okhla Vihar
- Chawri Bazar
- Jama Masjid
- Karol Bagh
- Rajendra Place
- Vishwavidyalaya
- Vidhan Sabha
- Civil Lines
- Kashmere Gate
- Inderlok
- GTB Nagar
- Kanhaiya Nagar
- Netaji Subhash Place
- Azadpur
- Adarsh Nagar
- Jahangir Puri
- Haiderpur
- Badli Mor
- Majlis Park
- Shalimar Bagh
- Seelampur
- Maujpur
- Jafrabad
- Welcome
- Yamuna Vihar
- Khazuri Khas
- Shahdara
- Rithala
- Rohini West
Note: Check the latest DMRC advisory for the confirmed station list and any changes to the restrictions.
Will Delhi Metro Trains Continue Running?
Yes. The restrictions apply to entry and exit at the identified stations, not to the trains themselves. According to the advisory, interchange facilities are expected to remain available, except at New Delhi Metro station.
That said, train frequency could be reduced at certain stations if the security situation calls for it. So don’t assume every station will run as usual during the restriction period.
If your daily route passes through Central Secretariat, Rajiv Chowk, Kashmere Gate or any other affected station, check the latest service information before you set off.
What Should Commuters Do Before Travelling?
A few simple steps can save you a lot of hassle:
- Check the latest DMRC announcement before leaving home.
- Give yourself extra time for the journey, especially if you need to change metro lines.
- Think about an alternative station or mode of transport if your destination is affected.
- Confirm interchange availability before planning a route through New Delhi station.
- Follow instructions from metro staff and security personnel at stations.
Where Can You Check Official Delhi Metro Updates?
You can visit the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation’s official website for service announcements and other travel information. It’s best to check again right before you travel, because the restrictions may change depending on the security situation.
Bottom line
Delhi Metro commuters should be ready for possible disruption on October 9 and 10, with entry and exit restrictions announced at 57 stations ahead of a planned protest. The restrictions are set to begin at 9 PM on October 9 and continue on October 10 until further notice.
Before you head out, check whether your station is affected and whether you can still use your usual interchange. A quick look beforehand could save you an unexpected detour or a long wait.
