Delhi Police issues fresh traffic advisory amid CJP protest; Metro entry restored at 3 key stations
Delhi Police on Saturday issued a fresh traffic advisory, urging citizens to avoid travelling towards the New Delhi area due to heavy congestion caused by
Delhi Police on Saturday issued a fresh traffic advisory, urging citizens to avoid travelling towards the New Delhi area due to heavy congestion caused by the ongoing student protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. In a post on X, the Delhi Police said, "Citizens are advised to avoid traveling towards the New Delhi area due to heavy crowds and high traffic congestion observed across the district. Commuters should use alternative routes to prevent delays and ensure a hassle-free journey." Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What is the reason for the recent traffic advisory issued by Delhi Police? ⌵ The Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory due to heavy congestion caused by ongoing student protests related to the alleged NEET paper leak. 2 How has the Delhi Metro responded to the ongoing protests? ⌵ The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has reopened entry gates at three major stations—Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, and Central Secretariat—to facilitate commuters during the protests. 3 What restrictions are in place for ride-hailing services during the CJP protests? ⌵ Ride-hailing services, food delivery apps, and e-commerce companies are required to regulate their operations in notified areas to ease congestion and ensure public safety.
4 Why did Dharmendra Pradhan resign as Union Education Minister? ⌵ Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amidst ongoing protests over the NEET paper leak, expressing a desire to prevent disruptions to students' futures and to take responsibility for the situation. 5 What has been the public response to the protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party? ⌵ The Cockroach Janta Party has mobilized thousands of students in protests, demanding accountability for the alleged irregularities in the NEET examination process, leading to significant public demonstrations. The advisory comes as large gatherings continue in parts of central Delhi, with authorities attempting to manage both traffic movement and public safety in the affected areas. Restrictions Remain In Place Across Notified Areas A day earlier, Delhi Police had appealed to the public to avoid travelling to areas where prohibitory orders are in force unless absolutely necessary. The police also directed app-based mobility services, food delivery platforms, quick-commerce operators, logistics providers and e-commerce companies to regulate their operations in the notified zones. According to the advisory, ride-hailing services, food delivery apps and digital commerce platforms have been asked to strictly comply with the restrictions while operating in the affected areas.
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