Delhi lockdown: SC bars complete closure of metro, rail services ahead of protests against CEC

What happened: The Supreme Court barred Delhi authorities from a complete metro closure on Saturday during a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, ordering metro and rail services to run in a regulated manner. Key numbers: 57 metro stations proposed for closure; about 23,000 security personnel expected; at least 7,000 CRPF Why it matters: The court acted on petitions against train cancellations, the metro station closures and alleged internet shutdowns, and directed authorities to publicise the curbs. Police denied permission for the protest and warned of legal action.

The Supreme Court barred Delhi authorities from a complete metro closure on Saturday during a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, ordering metro and rail services to run in a regulated manner.

The court acted on petitions against train cancellations, the metro station closures and alleged internet shutdowns, and directed authorities to publicise the curbs. Police denied permission for the protest and warned of legal action.