Security Lockdown in Delhi: CJP Protest Sparks Transit Closures and Supreme Court Intervention

Tensions between the party and authorities escalated after a protest in July 2026 regarding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak. Demonstrations continued beyond the one-day permission granted by police. Protesters attempted to march toward Parliament.

This action caused injuries to over 200 police personnel. The Supreme Court of India refused to reopen First Information Reports (FIRs) related to the protest. The current standoff reflects a recurring pattern of conflict between the CJP and Delhi authorities over protest permissions and public order.

1. Delhi Police justified the security deployment by citing the history of violence during CJP protests. In July 2026, demonstrations resulted in over 200 police personnel being injured, according to police reports. The current deployment of 23,000 personnel aims to prevent similar escalations.

2. Authorities enforced Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to maintain public order. Delhi Police denied permission for the protest on October 10, 2026. The department cited past rule violations and insufficient application notice. This legal framework prohibits unauthorized gatherings in the capital.

3. The Delhi government ordered the closure of all retail liquor vendors on October 9 and October 10, 2026. Officials stated the closures aim to maintain public order during a period of heightened security. The administration cited the need to ensure city safety as the reason for the decision.

4. DCP Shrishti Pandey warned on October 9, 2026, that any unauthorized gathering on October 10, 2026, would be considered illegal. The statement outlines legal consequences for participants. Police aim to deter disruptions to public infrastructure.

1. On October 9, 2026, the Supreme Court directed the Centre and Delhi Police to lift blanket restrictions on metro and railway services. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V Mohana presided over the case. The judges emphasized that security measures must remain proportionate. This ruling limits the scope of transit shutdowns.

2. Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the CJP, alleged that police in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, served notices to activists. These documents questioned the activists about their protest participation and travel funding. The CJP claims these actions aim to intimidate potential protesters.

3. Indian Railways cancelled Mail and Express trains scheduled to arrive at or depart from New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations between 4 AM and 2 PM on October 10, 2026. The cancellations cover the 4 AM to 2 PM window. The move follows the broader security lockdown after the Supreme Court's directive.

4. The CJP called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The party also requested the rollback of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The party stated that these revisions facilitate tampering with voter lists. The CJP and student groups announced a march to Jantar Mantar.