Entry and Exit Gates at 6 Metro Stations in Delhi to be Shut on Republic Day
As India prepares to celebrate its 74th Republic Day, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced that the entry and exit gates at six metro stations in Delhi will remain closed on January 26. This move is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of commuters and maintaining law and order in the national capital during the Republic Day celebrations.
According to the DMRC, the gates that will be shut at the six metro stations are:
- Central Secretariat (Gates 3 and 4)
- Udyog Bhawan (Gate 1)
- Lal Quila (Gates 3 and 4)
- Jama Masjid (Gates 3 and 4)
- Delhi Gate (Gates 1, 4, and 5)
- ITO (Gates 3, 4, and 6)
The decision to close the entry and exit gates at these metro stations is likely to cause some inconvenience to commuters who rely on the Delhi Metro to travel to and from work, school, or other destinations. However, the DMRC has taken this step to prevent any potential security threats and to ensure that the Republic Day celebrations pass off smoothly.
The Republic Day celebrations in Delhi are a grand affair, with the President of India, the Prime Minister, and other dignitaries attending the ceremony at Rajpath. The event attracts thousands of people from all over the country, and the security arrangements are always tight.
In addition to the closure of entry and exit gates at the six metro stations, there will be other security restrictions in place in Delhi on Republic Day. The city’s traffic police will be deploying additional personnel to manage the traffic, and there will be restrictions on the movement of vehicles in certain areas.
The DMRC has advised commuters to plan their journeys in advance and to allow for extra time to reach their destinations. The corporation has also said that it will be providing updates on the closure of metro stations and any other disruptions to services on its website and social media channels.
The closure of entry and exit gates at the six metro stations is a temporary measure, and the gates will be reopened once the Republic Day celebrations are over. The DMRC has apologized for any inconvenience that this may cause to commuters and has thanked them for their cooperation and understanding.
In conclusion, the entry and exit gates at six metro stations in Delhi will remain closed on Republic Day as a security measure. While this may cause some inconvenience to commuters, it is a necessary step to ensure the safety and security of everyone in the city. We urge all commuters to plan their journeys in advance and to follow the instructions of the DMRC and the security personnel on duty.
News Source: https://x.com/OfficialDMRC/status/2014322708805509324
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