Delhi Police imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) across the New Delhi district on Friday, October 2, ahead of a proposed protest at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Security was increased and entry and exit gates at 11 Metro stations were temporarily closed. Key HighlightsSection 163 restrictions are in force across New Delhi district.A protest was planned at Jantar Mantar against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.Delhi Police said permission for the protest was not granted.Entry and exit at 11 Metro stations were closed as a security measure. Why Was Section 163 Imposed?The restrictions were put in place to maintain public order and manage movement in central Delhi. Under the order, public meetings, processions, demonstrations and gatherings of five or more people are prohibited without prior written permission. The proposed Jantar Mantar protest is linked to concerns raised by organisers about the functioning of the Election Commission and electoral rolls. Delhi Police denied permission for the demonstration.What Did Delhi Police Say?Delhi Police said preventive steps were taken because of the proposed gathering.“Permission has not been granted for any type of protest, march at Jantar Mantar and preventive measures have been taken.”The statement was reported by the Times of India, quoting police officials. Additional security personnel were deployed around New Delhi and near Jantar Mantar. Barricades were also placed on roads leading towards the protest area. Which Metro Stations Are Affected?Entry and exit facilities at 11 Delhi Metro stations were temporarily closed because of the security arrangements. Interchange services continued at some major stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, INA, New Delhi and Central Secretariat.Commuters were advised to plan their journeys because of the restrictions and traffic changes in central Delhi.The measures were in force on October 2, when Gandhi Jayanti events were also taking place in central Delhi. Authorities were managing both the public events and the proposed Jantar Mantar gathering.The situation remained subject to further security and traffic updates from Delhi authorities.
