Railways cancels trains ahead of October 10 CJP protest, Delhi Police on alert at borders
Indian Railways has cancelled several Mail and Express trains due to anticipated congestion ahead of the CJP protest in Delhi. Security is high.
Major disruptions are expected in the national capital as Indian Railways has cancelled several Mail and Express trains scheduled to reach New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations on October 10. This decision comes in anticipation of massive road congestion linked to a protest called by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
Train Cancellations and Passenger Impact
To prevent passenger inconvenience and ensure safety, the railway authorities have taken preemptive action against severe traffic bottlenecks. According to official sources, all Mail and Express trains departing from their originating stations after 2 pm on October 9, which were set to arrive at New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin between 4 am and 2 pm on October 10, have been cancelled at their source.
In a specific operational move, the West Central Railway's Bhopal division also announced the cancellation of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (Mumbai)-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express (Train No. 22221) on October 9. Passengers boarding from Bhopal are advised to check official railway enquiry services and plan their travel accordingly.
Why the Railways Took This Step
The decision was driven by intelligence inputs and traffic advisories suggesting that the areas surrounding the major railway hubs would face extreme congestion. By cancelling these services at the source, the administration aims to avoid trapping passengers in gridlocked traffic near the stations.
Delhi Police on High Alert at Borders
As the city prepares for the potential unrest, the Delhi Police has significantly stepped up security measures. Vigilance has been heightened at several critical entry points to the capital, including:
- Ghazipur
- Chilla
- Tikri
- Singhu
- Gurugram
- Kapashera
- Loni
- Badarpur
Police personnel are keeping a close watch on movement across these borders to maintain law and order.
Protest Denied: The Legal Stand of Delhi Police
The CJP had proposed a protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10 to demand accountability from the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) over alleged "vote theft." However, the Delhi Police has officially denied permission for the demonstration.
Joint Commissioner of Delhi Police, Nupur Prasad, explained that the application submitted by CJP co-convener Saurabh Das on October 7 did not meet the necessary legal requirements. "The intimation was given in a very short span of time, whereas as per the prescribed guideline, the intimation has to be received 10 days prior to the planned protest," she stated.
The authorities also cited the party's past conduct as a reason for the rejection. The Commissioner noted that during previous protests, the CJP failed to follow lawful directions and undertakings. Consequently, to ensure public safety, traffic regulation, and maintain law and order, the permission was refused.
Section 163 of BNSS in Effect
The police have reminded the public that Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) is currently in operation in the New Delhi area. This provision allows for reasonable preventive restrictions to maintain public order. The police warned that any violation of these provisions would result in strict legal action.