# Delhi protests and judicial intervention > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/delhi-protests-and-judicial-intervention > Updated: 2026-10-10T05:47:00.000Z. Sources: 57. Developments: 2. The Supreme Court of India has intervened following security crackdowns during protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and the INDIA bloc. The demonstrations demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. During hearings on October 10 and 11, a special bench consisting of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana addressed contempt petitions alleging that authorities willfully disobeyed previous judicial orders by maintaining restrictions on Delhi Metro and railway services. The court issued show-cause notices to Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar, and DMRC Chairperson D. Thara, noting a ‘prima facie case of contempt’ regarding the failure to maintain public transport services. These officials have been directed to file counter-affidavits and compliance reports by October 13. In response to the protests, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Delhi Police implemented significant restrictions, including the closure of key stations such as Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, and Central Secretariat. The Delhi Traffic Police also issued advisories regarding disruptions at approximately 30 locations across New Delhi and Central Delhi. The bench issued directives for the immediate removal of unnecessary barricades and the restoration of internet services, emphasizing that transport services must function normally unless essential for public order. The court also ordered a review of Section 163 BNSS notice boards near the Supreme Court to ensure unhindered access to justice and the ability of lawyers to perform their duties. Furthermore, the court emphasized that no individual should be detained except in accordance with established legal procedures. ## Claims - Entry and exit gates at 45 Metro stations remained closed despite court directions. (disputed by 9 sources) - The DMRC reopened entry and exit gates at 45 metro stations on Saturday night. (disputed by 4 sources) - The special hearing will be conducted by a bench consisting of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana. (corroborated by 28 sources) - The Supreme Court scheduled a special hearing for Sunday, October 11, to address the contempt petition. (corroborated by 27 sources) - The Supreme Court directed that Metro and train services should not be completely prohibited during the protests. (corroborated by 21 sources) - Protests were organized by the Cockroach Janta Party to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. (corroborated by 20 sources) - Authorities violated a Supreme Court order by maintaining blanket restrictions on Delhi Metro and railway services. (corroborated by 18 sources) - The contempt petition names the Union Home Secretary, Delhi Police Commissioner, and DMRC Chairperson as respondents. (corroborated by 16 sources) - The Supreme Court directed Delhi Police to remove barricades across Delhi and restore internet services. (corroborated by 16 sources) - The CJP is protesting against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The Supreme Court issued a show-cause notice to officials for allegedly violating a previous order. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Lawyer Shailendra Mani Tripathi filed a contempt petition alleging the DMRC and Delhi Police violated court orders by closing metro stations. (corroborated by 9 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-10: Supreme Court orders restoration of Delhi metro and rail services amid CJP protests The Supreme Court of India has issued contempt notices to officials following protests in Delhi over electoral roll irregularities, ordering the restoration of normal metro services and internet access. 57 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/supreme-court-to-hear-contempt-plea-over-delhi-metro-restrictions ### 2026-09-21: Delhi High Court to hear contempt case against Arvind Kejriwal and others The Delhi High Court will hear contempt cases against AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, over alleged social media campaigns intended to vilify Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delhi-high-court-to-hear-contempt-case-against-arvind-kejriwal-and-others --- Cite as: Delhi protests and judicial intervention. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/delhi-protests-and-judicial-intervention