The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has suspended entry and exit at 16 Metro stations across central Delhi from 7:30 am on Thursday due to heightened security arrangements during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament and the CJP-led protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak.

In a service update, the DMRC said, “Below mentioned Metro stations will be closed from 07:30 AM till further instructions. However, Interchange facility shall remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat.”

While commuters cannot enter or exit at the affected stations, passengers will still be able to change trains at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat, ensuring connectivity across multiple Metro lines.

Full list of Delhi Metro stations closed

The following Metro stations have been shut until further notice:

Lok Kalyan Marg

Rajiv Chowk

Patel Chowk

Ramakrishna Ashram Marg

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Barakhambha Road

Supreme Court

Seva Teerth

Janpath

Mandi House

Central Secretariat

ITO

Delhi Gate

Indraprastha

Khan Market

Jor Bagh

Shivaji Stadium

Most of these stations are located near Parliament, Jantar Mantar and other high-security areas where security has been tightened in view of the demonstrations.

Similar restrictions were imposed on Wednesday

The DMRC had also closed the same 16 stations on Wednesday as a precautionary measure. Even then, interchange services remained operational at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat to reduce disruption for passengers travelling across the Metro network.

Heavy police deployment outside closed exit of Patel Chowk metro station
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Heavy police deployment outside closed exit of Patel Chowk metro station | ANI

Why are the protests taking place?

The protests are centred around allegations of irregularities in examination and recruitment processes, particularly the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Students have been demanding greater transparency, accountability and reforms in the education system. Protesters are also seeking the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the controversy.

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The agitation intensified after D elhi Police stopped the Opposition-backed ‘Sansad Chalo’ march towards Parliament. The confrontation led to clashes, injuries, detentions and the registration of multiple FIRs. Delhi Police said no permission had been sought or granted for the march and noted that prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) remain in force across the New Delhi district.

Meanwhile, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike for 26 days in support of the movement, was shifted from Jantar Mantar to Safdarjung Hospital by Delhi Police during the protests. He was later moved to Medanta following directions issued by the Supreme Court.

FAQs:

Which Delhi Metro stations are closed today due to the CJP protest?

DMRC has closed 16 Metro stations, including Rajiv Chowk, ITO, Janpath and Central Secretariat, until further notice.

Is the interchange facility available at Rajiv Chowk despite the station closure

Yes, passengers can use interchange facilities at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat even though entry and exit remain closed.