NI Bureau
Today, on February 13, 2024, almost 200 farmer unions are marching to the national capital from Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to participate in the Farmers’ Protest. Consequently, Section 144 has been imposed in parts of Haryana and throughout Delhi. Both state governments have issued traffic advisories. Despite these alerts, heavy traffic congestion is reported on Delhi’s roads, prompting many people to opt for public transport to navigate through the city. If you plan to use the Delhi Metro today, there’s important information for you.
Delhi Metro Update: Gate No. 2 of Central Secretariat Metro Station Closed Until Evening – Details Here
In light of the Farmers’ Protest, Gate No. 2 of the Central Secretariat Metro Station will remain closed until evening today. If you’re relying on public transport to avoid the extensive traffic delays, please be aware of this closure.
Closure of Gates at Other Delhi Metro Stations
In addition to Gate No. 2 at the Central Secretariat Metro Station, certain gates at other metro stations in Delhi will also remain closed as a security precaution during the Farmers’ Protest. According to a statement from a DMRC official via media agency IANS, “Some gates at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk, Udyog Bhawan, Janpath, and Barakhamba Road have been closed as per security instructions. However, the stations remain operational.”
