CJP Protest at Jantar Mantar: Delhi Metro Closes 45 Stations, Mewar Express Cancelled; What’s Happening in Udaipur Today

A massive nationwide security alert has unfolded as the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar demonstration in New Delhi led to unprecedented administrative restrictions on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the rollback of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest triggered the closure of 45 Delhi Metro stations, widespread preventive detentions, and the cancellation of over 250 trains across northern India—directly impacting Lake City commuters with the cancellation of the Mewar Express.

From the national capital to southern Rajasthan, citizens and travelers are navigating a whirlwind of transit disruptions and civic curbs. While central Delhi remains under heavy security deployment, Udaipur residents face both inter-state rail cancellations and multiple scheduled municipal utility shutdowns. Below is the complete factual breakdown of the Jantar Mantar agitation, the Supreme Court’s critical observations, and what is happening on the ground in Udaipur today.

1. CJP Protest at Jantar Mantar: Why Delhi is Under Heavy Security Lockdown

The youth-driven political movement initiated by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), founded by digital strategist Abhijeet Dipke, called for a massive gathering at Jantar Mantar on Saturday morning. Despite Delhi Police refusing formal permission, thousands of activists, student federations, and opposition figures mobilized toward central Delhi.

• Core Demands: The CJP and supporting student organizations are demanding the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, examination conduct controversies, and lack of institutional accountability.
• High-Profile Detentions: Early Saturday morning, Delhi Police detained prominent YouTuber and commentator Dhruv Rathee from his Gurugram residence around 7:45 AM. At Jantar Mantar and Parliament Street, over 150 demonstrators alongside the CJP legal cell leadership were taken into preventive custody.
• 45 Metro Gates Shut: Entry and exit remained barred at 45 crucial Delhi Metro interchange hubs, including Rajiv Chowk, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Patel Chowk, Mandi House, and Kashmere Gate.
• Mass Train Suspensions: Indian Railways suspended terminal train arrivals at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4:00 AM and 2:00 PM, resulting in the cancellation of more than 250 mail, express, and Rajdhani services across northern and western corridors.

2. Supreme Court Intervenes: CJI Surya Kant Warns Against Disproportionate Force

The sweeping transport lockdown prompted urgent legal scrutiny before the Supreme Court of India. A special three-judge bench presided over by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, alongside Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana, heard urgent petitions moved by senior advocate Kapil Sibal challenging the indiscriminate suspension of public transport.

In a strongly worded judicial observation, the Chief Justice emphasized the constitutional doctrine of proportionality:

“One very important principle that we follow for every citizen is the principle of proportionality. You have to prevent certain things, but take measures only to the extent necessary to prevent them. That does not mean you should use a hammer to kill a fly. Public convenience, daily wage earners, and students cannot be paralyzed indiscriminately.”

— Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Supreme Court of India

The Apex Court directed the Union Ministry of Home Affairs and Delhi Police to avoid a complete prohibition on metro services and ordered authorities to explore designated alternative demonstration grounds while keeping trunk transit corridors operational.

3. Impact on Udaipur: Mewar Express Cancelled, Rail Corridors Paralyzed

The ripple effects of the Delhi security bandh have hit southern Rajasthan severely. North Western Railway (NWR) and West Central Railway authorities notified that the iconic Mewar Express linking Udaipur City to Hazrat Nizamuddin has been cancelled for two consecutive operating cycles:

• Train No. 12964 (Udaipur City to Hazrat Nizamuddin): Service originating from Udaipur City Railway Station on Friday night, October 9, was cancelled at source due to terminal restrictions in Delhi.
• Train No. 12963 (Hazrat Nizamuddin to Udaipur City): The return train scheduled to depart Hazrat Nizamuddin on Saturday, October 10, stands cancelled, stranding hundreds of festive and weekend passengers heading to Mewar.
• Station Advisory: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) and North Western Railway have set up emergency refund and query counters at Udaipur City Railway Station. Passengers are advised to call 139 before proceeding to boarding platforms.

For continuing updates on railway infrastructure and long-distance operational developments, read our comprehensive report on the Udaipur City Railway Station ₹350+ Cr redevelopment and platform expansion.

4. What Else is Happening in Udaipur Today (October 10, 2026)?

Beyond the national protest fallout, the Lake City is witnessing a critical weekend of municipal maintenance and infrastructure overhauls:

A. 7-Hour AVVNL Scheduled Power Cut in Kaladwas & Dakan Kotda

The Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (AVVNL) is executing a planned pre-winter power shutdown from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Affected zones include all six feeders of the RIICO Kaladwas Industrial Area, Modern Valley, Parshwanath Vihar, Secure Meters, and institutional hubs near Pacific Hospital and Geetanjali Medical College. Full sector details are covered in our dedicated guide on the AVVNL scheduled power cut on October 10 affected feeders and timings.

B. Mansi Wakal Pipeline Repair: Water Supply Shifted to Sunday

PHED City Sub-Division 7 announced that scheduled Saturday tap water supply for Pratap Nagar Sector A, Khempura Sector A, and Sundarwas has been postponed by 24 hours to Sunday, October 11, to facilitate pressure valve leak remediation on the primary Mansi Wakal main transmission line.

C. Balicha Tiraha Overhaul: Elliptical Rotary & Safety Channelizers

On the Udaipur–Ahmedabad NH-48 corridor, UDA and Udaipur Traffic Police have activated an engineered elliptical traffic rotary at Balicha Tiraha. The redesign physically eliminates hazardous wrong-side vehicular crossovers toward Krishi Upaj Mandi and Goverdhan Vilas, drastically curbing collision risks.

D. MB Hospital Restores Paid Parking System

Southern Rajasthan’s premier public hospital, Maharana Bhupal (MB) Hospital, has ended its 5-year free parking policy to clear ambulance corridors of commercial vehicular spillover, establishing regulated rates of ₹10 for two-wheelers and ₹30 for four-wheelers. More details can be found in our comprehensive Udaipur news updates today and civic briefing.

5. Comparative Briefing: Delhi Jantar Mantar Protest vs. Udaipur City Impact

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar about?

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) called a demonstration at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the rollback of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls over transparency and electoral process concerns.

Is the Udaipur Mewar Express cancelled today due to the Delhi protest?

Yes. North Western Railway confirmed that Train No. 12964 (Udaipur City to Hazrat Nizamuddin) and Train No. 12963 (Hazrat Nizamuddin to Udaipur City) have been cancelled due to terminal rail shutdowns at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations.

What did the Supreme Court say about the Delhi protest curbs?

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant invoked the principle of proportionality, warning the government and police that they “should not use a hammer to kill a fly,” and ruled that essential metro and rail mobility cannot be subjected to blanket closures.

What local civic disruptions are affecting Udaipur on October 10?

In addition to cancelled trains to Delhi, Udaipur is undergoing a 7-hour AVVNL power cut in Kaladwas and Dakan Kotda, a 24-hour water supply postponement in Sub-Division 7 due to pipeline repairs, and a major traffic redesign at Balicha Tiraha.