Sixteen Delhi Metro stations were temporarily closed on Wednesday morning due to heightened security arrangements linked to the ongoing CJP protest at Jantar Mantar. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced that the stations will remain closed until further instructions. Authorities have also issued a Delhi traffic advisory and urged commuters to check travel updates before leaving home.Key Highlights16 Delhi Metro stations closed due to security arrangements.Closures linked to the CJP protest Delhi Jantar Mantar today.Interchange facilities remain available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat.DMRC advised passengers to plan their journey in advance.Delhi Metro Station Closed ListAccording to the DMRC, the following stations have been closed:Lok Kalyan Marg, Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg, Barakhamba Road, Supreme Court, Seva Teerth, Janpath, Mandi House, Central Secretariat, ITO, Delhi Gate, Indraprastha, Khan Market, Jor Bagh, and Shivaji Stadium.However, commuters can still use the interchange facilities at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, and Central Secretariat for connecting metro lines."Due to security reasons, these metro stations have been closed till further instructions," the DMRC said in an official post on X.Related Instagram Post: 16 Delhi Metro Stations ClosedSecurity Tightened Around Jantar MantarThe Delhi Metro service disruption comes as security has been strengthened in central Delhi following the ongoing CJP protest Delhi Jantar Mantar today. Police have increased deployment in and around the protest site to maintain law and order and manage the movement of people.Officials have also advised commuters to expect traffic congestion in nearby areas and follow the latest Delhi security alert today before travelling.The latest Delhi breaking news has prompted many office-goers and daily passengers to seek alternate travel routes. Authorities have requested the public to cooperate with security personnel and rely on official DMRC updates for the reopening of the affected stations.Also Read : J&K Terror Attack: Police Officer Killed in Anantnag, Security Forces Launch Search Operation
