38 Trains Cancelled to Delhi Amid CJP Protest Security
Indian Railways has announced significant Delhi train cancellations involving 38 mail and express services to ensure passenger safety and manage anticipated traffic chaos. These 38 trains, scheduled to arrive at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4:00 AM and 2:00 PM on October 10, 2026, have been cancelled due to expected severe road congestion in the capital.
The cancellations specifically impact services that departed from their originating stations after 2:00 PM on October 9, 2026. While services at other Delhi-based railway stations remain unaffected, the Ministry of Railways implemented these precautionary measures following concerns over a planned protest by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).
Major Disruptions Across Railway Zones
The security situation and anticipated traffic jams have led to a broader disruption affecting over 200 trains nationwide. Various railway zones have issued operational adjustments to manage the fallout:
- Western Railway: The Mumbai Central-New Delhi Rajdhani Express (12951) and the Mumbai Central-Hazrat Nizamuddin August Kranti Rajdhani Express (12953) have both been delayed by five hours.
- Eastern Railway: Two Rajdhani Express services originating from Howrah and Kolkata have been cancelled.
- North Central, Northern, and North Eastern Railway: Nearly two dozen trains, including Shatabdi and Tejas services connecting Uttar Pradesh to the capital, have been cancelled.
- West Central Railway: Five train services have been cancelled.
Protest and Security Protocols
The disruptions stem from a protest organized by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), led by founder Abhijeet Dipke. The group is demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Although the Delhi Police denied permission for the demonstration at Jantar Mantar due to short notice and previous rule violations, Dipke has confirmed that the event