# Delhi Metro anti-government propaganda investigation

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> Updated: 2026-10-27T00:35:49.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2.

Authorities are investigating a series of incidents involving anti-government propaganda and property defacement on the Delhi Metro’s Airport Express Line.

On October 20, a train operator discovered black-and-white posters on a seat during an inspection. The posters featured slogans such as ‘Voting Protest’ and ‘Dissatisfied? You Are Not Alone,’ alongside nine claims regarding national changes and a QR code for an online group. Delhi Police filed a First Information Report (FIR) under the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Public Property Act and the Metro Railway Act to identify those responsible.

On October 24, further incidents of defacement were reported at the Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, including unauthorized posters near an emergency gate and black ink writing on a wall. The IGI Airport Metro Police have booked an unidentified individual in connection with the markings found near Gate No. 7 and posters near Emergency Gate No. 5.

Investigators, including the Delhi Police Special Cell, are examining whether these acts constitute a larger conspiracy. Former Delhi Police DCP LN Rao stated that the investigation aims to determine the identity of those responsible, their instructions, and their underlying motives.

## Claims

- Posters and black ink writing were found at Shivaji Stadium Metro Station on October 24. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The IGI Airport Metro Police booked an unidentified person under the Delhi Prevention of Defacement of Property Act and the Metro Railways Act. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Two posters questioning the Centre's performance were found on an Airport Express Line train on October 20. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Special Cell is involved in the investigation. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The October 20 posters included a QR code inviting people to join an online group. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Former Delhi Police DCP LN Rao stated the act appeared to be part of a larger conspiracy. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Delhi Police investigate vandalism at Shivaji Stadium Metro Station

Delhi Police are investigating the defacement of Shivaji Stadium Metro Station after posters and ink markings were found, following a similar incident involving anti-government posters on the Airport Express.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-police-investigate-vandalism-at-shivaji-stadium-metro-station

### 2026-10-24: Delhi Metro: FIR filed over anti-government posters

Delhi Police have filed an FIR against unknown persons after anti-government posters were found on a Delhi Metro Airport Express Line train.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-metro-police-investigate-posters-criticizing-government

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