Delhi Metro Records 100 Service Restrictions in 2026 Amid Protests
· India · NDTV, Sportstar
Data analysed by NDTV shows that Delhi Metro restrictions have reached 100 so far in 2026, surpassing all figures recorded since 2017. This tally exceeds the previous high of 70 restrictions set in 2021. The surge in disruptions is driven by a rising wave of protests across the national capital. Authorities have increasingly relied on station closures and entry curbs to manage demonstrations. The upward trend reflects heightened security measures implemented by transit officials this year.
Why it matters
Daily commuters face severe transit disruptions as protest-linked station closures become more frequent across Delhi.
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