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Delhi Orders Early Closure of Connaught Place; Chief Justice Expresses Doubt
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 24 Jul 2026, 09:07 AM
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Delhi authorities have decided to close Connaught Place earlier than usual, prompting the Chief Justice of India to question the government's motives.
Delhi officials announced that Connaught Place would be closed earlier than usual this week, a move aimed at managing the area's heavy footfall and ensuring public safety.
The decision was issued by the Delhi Administration and will affect the central business district, a popular shopping and commercial hub.
In response, the Chief Justice of India voiced doubts about the rationale behind the early shutdown, asking, "What's the government up to?"
No further details have been released regarding the specific reasons for the change in operating hours.
The decision was issued by the Delhi Administration and will affect the central business district, a popular shopping and commercial hub.
In response, the Chief Justice of India voiced doubts about the rationale behind the early shutdown, asking, "What's the government up to?"
No further details have been released regarding the specific reasons for the change in operating hours.