Anti-CEC protest: On the ground from Connaught Place in Delhi
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, Delhi experienced a citywide shutdown as police imposed a strict lockdown to prevent a scheduled anti-CEC demonstration at Jantar Mantar. Authorities deployed security forces throughout Connaught Place and surrounding areas, citing concerns over public order. The move halted traffic and commercial activity, while organizers urged participants to remain nonviolent and peaceful.