Delhi Police justifies metro shutdowns and internet curbs during October protest before Supreme Court

Delhi Police defended before the Supreme Court the sweeping restrictions it imposed across the capital on 10 October, when a large protest took place in the city. Officers argued that the measures, which included suspending metro services, blocking key roads and temporarily cutting internet access in certain areas, were essential to prevent disorder and ensure public safety.

The police detailed the specific steps taken on the day, maintaining that each decision was proportionate to the threat posed by the scale of the demonstration. Authorities presented their account of the security arrangements to the court as part of ongoing legal proceedings examining whether the curbs were justified.

The case raises broader questions about the balance between the right to protest and the power of the state to impose restrictions on movement and communication. The Supreme Court is expected to continue hearing the matter in the coming days.