Entry and Exit Gates at 6 Metro Stations in Delhi to be Shut on Republic Day
As the nation 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. The move is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of the commuters and maintaining law and order in the city during the celebrations.
According to the DMRC, the gates at Central Secretariat (Gates 3 and 4), Udyog Bhawan (Gate 1), Lal Quila (Gates 3 and 4), Jama Masjid (Gates 3, 4), Delhi Gate (Gates 1, 4 and 5), and ITO (Gates 3, 4 and 6) will be shut on Republic Day. The decision has been taken in consultation with the Delhi Police and other security agencies to prevent any untoward incidents during the celebrations.
The Republic Day celebrations in Delhi are a grand affair, with the President of India hoisting the national flag at the Red Fort, followed by a parade and other cultural events. The city is expected to be filled with people from all over the country, and the DMRC has taken this precautionary measure to ensure that the commuters are safe and secure.
The DMRC has advised commuters to plan their journey in advance and take alternative routes to reach their destinations. The corporation has also assured that the metro services will run as per the normal schedule, and the gates at other metro stations will remain open.
The closure of the entry and exit gates at these six metro stations is a precautionary measure to prevent any potential security threats. The DMRC and the Delhi Police have been working together to ensure that the Republic Day celebrations pass off smoothly and without any incidents.
In recent years, the DMRC has been taking various measures to enhance the security of the metro network. The corporation has installed CCTV cameras and metal detectors at all metro stations, and has also deployed security personnel to monitor the stations and trains.
The closure of the entry and exit gates at these six metro stations is a reminder of the importance of security in the city. With the threat of terrorism and other security threats looming large, it is essential that the authorities take all necessary measures to prevent any potential threats.
The DMRC has requested commuters to cooperate with the security personnel and follow the instructions of the metro staff. The corporation has also advised commuters to report any suspicious activity or person to the metro staff or the police immediately.
In conclusion, the closure of the entry and exit gates at six metro stations in Delhi on Republic Day is a precautionary measure taken by the DMRC to ensure the safety and security of the commuters. The move is aimed at preventing any potential security threats and maintaining law and order in the city during the celebrations.
Commuters are advised to plan their journey in advance and take alternative routes to reach their destinations. The DMRC has assured that the metro services will run as per the normal schedule, and the gates at other metro stations will remain open.
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