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North Western Railway Cancels 13 Trains on Oct 9-10 Ahead of Delhi Protest Over Election Commissioner Resignation Demand
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 09 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM
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The North Western Railway announced the cancellation of 13 train services on 9 and 10 October, citing operational reasons, as a protest is planned in Delhi demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
The North Western Railway has withdrawn 13 scheduled train services for 9 October and 10 October, stating that the cancellations are due to operational constraints. The move comes just before a large‑scale demonstration that is expected to take place in Delhi on 10 October.
The protest is being organised by groups demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, following his recent statements that have drawn criticism from several political parties. Organisers have warned that the rally could attract thousands of participants, potentially disrupting normal city traffic and public services.
Railway officials have advised passengers to check the revised timetable and seek alternative travel arrangements, as the cancelled services affect routes that connect Delhi with several northern and western cities. No compensation details have been released, but the railway has pledged to provide updates through its official channels.
While the railway attributes the cancellations to operational reasons, the timing has raised speculation that the move is intended to mitigate any logistical challenges that could arise from the planned protest.
The protest is being organised by groups demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, following his recent statements that have drawn criticism from several political parties. Organisers have warned that the rally could attract thousands of participants, potentially disrupting normal city traffic and public services.
Railway officials have advised passengers to check the revised timetable and seek alternative travel arrangements, as the cancelled services affect routes that connect Delhi with several northern and western cities. No compensation details have been released, but the railway has pledged to provide updates through its official channels.
While the railway attributes the cancellations to operational reasons, the timing has raised speculation that the move is intended to mitigate any logistical challenges that could arise from the planned protest.