Mumbai to Nizamuddin Train Cancelled Ahead of October 10 Protest
Central Railways cancels Train No. 22221 from Mumbai to Nizamuddin to prevent passenger inconvenience during the scheduled October 10 CJP protest.
In a proactive move to ensure passenger safety, Central Railways has cancelled a key train service running from Mumbai to New Delhi. The decision comes in anticipation of a protest scheduled for October 10 at Jantar Mantar, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
The affected service, Train No. 22221, which operates from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai to Hazrat Nizamuddin, has been pulled from the schedule. Railway officials stated that the cancellation is intended to shield travelers from potential disruptions or difficulties they might face upon arriving in the national capital during the demonstration.
Preventing Passenger Inconvenience
Swapnil Nila, the Chief Public Relations Officer for Central Railway, confirmed the decision to the media. He emphasized that the primary motivation behind the cancellation was the welfare of the commuters.
"Train No. 22221 running from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to Nizamuddin, operated by Central Railway, has been cancelled from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus so that passengers do not face any kind of inconvenience in Delhi tomorrow or have to encounter any problems after reaching Delhi," Nila stated.
The railway authorities have already begun the process of notifying affected travelers. According to Nila, SMS notifications regarding the cancellation have been dispatched to all passengers with existing reservations via the IRCTC system.
Refund Procedures for Passengers
To mitigate the impact on travelers, the Indian Railways has initiated the following refund protocols:
- Online Bookings: The refund process has been automatically initiated for all passengers who purchased their tickets through the IRCTC website or app.
- Physical Counters: Passengers who booked their tickets through the Physical Reservation System (PRS) counters are advised to visit their nearest railway reservation center to claim their refunds.
Nila added that the effort by Central Railway and Indian Railways is aimed at ensuring that passenger travel remains safe and secure amidst the evolving situation in Delhi.
Protest Denied by Delhi Police
The planned protest at Jantar Mantar was organized by the Cockroach Janta Party to demand accountability from the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) over alleged "vote theft." However, the Delhi Police has officially rejected the application for the demonstration.
Joint Commissioner of Delhi Police, Nupur Prasad, explained that the permission was denied due to several critical factors, including the short notice provided by the organizers. While an application was received on October 7 from CJP activist Saurabh Das, guidelines require a minimum of 10 days' notice for such events.
The police also cited concerns regarding public safety and past conduct. Prasad noted that on previous occasions, the group had failed to adhere to lawful directions and the undertakings they had provided. Consequently, the authorities denied the request to maintain law and order, ensure public safety, and prevent major traffic disruptions in the city.