A protest in Delhi by the Kakroach Janata Party has led to the cancellation of 250 trains and closure of 57 metro stations amid heightened security.
New Delhi: (RightNow) Over 250 trains have been canceled and 57 metro stations closed due to a protest by the Kakroach Janata Party in Delhi. The protest is affecting New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations.
In response to the protest, the Indian government has arrested hundreds of demonstrators, including Kakroach Janata Party founder Abhijit Dipke. Security measures have been tightened in various areas of Delhi.
The Railway Board has announced that trains will remain canceled from 4 AM to 2 PM on October 10. This step is taken to maintain law and order.
The protest aims to demand electoral reforms and the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protesters allege manipulation in voter lists, which the Election Commission has denied.
It is noteworthy that a large number of police and military personnel have been deployed in Delhi. Mobile internet services are suspended, and Section 163 is enforced.
