'Completely Stopping Metro, Trains Unacceptable': Supreme Court To Centre Ahead Of CJP Protest

The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Delhi Police to reconsider blanket restrictions on metro and railway services ahead of the proposed October 10 protests in Delhi. The bench said authorities can regulate transport for security reasons but cannot halt essential services and inconvenience ordinary commuters. The court questioned plans to close entry and exit gates at 57 metro stations, stressing that regulation and complete prohibition are different. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta agreed to reconsider the restrictions. The court directed authorities to allow regulated train operations, issue revised public advisories and ensure commuters face minimal hardship. It also asked officials to reconsider road barricades and identify alternative routes where necessary. The court emphasised balancing public safety, peaceful assembly and residents’ right to access essential transport services.