Gangrape protests fallout: Delhi Metro stations remain closed for third day in a row | |
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 Metro stations around India Gate closed in New Delhi.  Unable to drive them away from Lutyens' zone, the authorities imposed strict restrictions on public movement around India Gate on Monday and closed nine metro stations to avert any untoward incident that will continue to remain closed on Tuesday as well till further notice.  Thousands of commuters were left stranded at major intersections while a number of Metro passengers were seen running around looking for other modes of transport to reach their destinations. Maximum traffic congestion was witnessed at ITO Bridge, Pragati Maidan, Nizamuddin Bridge, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, Mother Teresa Crescent Road, Mathura Road, Khan Market, Mandi House and Barakhamba Road. Working professionals had a tough time reaching their offices in Krishi Bhavan, Shastri Bhavan, Rail Bhavan and Nirman Bhavan as police did not allow movement on Rajpath. Buses were diverted to longer routes. "I had to show my identity card six times on my way to office in North block," said an employee.  The restrictions forced the protesters to camp at Jantar Mantar, where they raised slogans against the "brute" use of force by the Delhi Police against them and the government's inaction to address the problem of crime against women in the Capital. Minor protests were also organised near Safdarjung Hospital, where the victim is undergoing treatment. The police have registered five cases of rioting against protesters present at India Gate during Saturday and Sunday demonstrations. The cases have been registered at Parliament Street, Connaught Place and Tilak Marg police stations. The police have also arrested eight people- Shankar Bisht, Nand Kumar, Chaman Kumar, Shantanu Kumar, Kailash Joshi, Amit Joshi, Abhishek and Nafees Ahmad on charges of attempt to murder, rioting and destruction of public property.  One policeman is battling for life at Ram Manohar Lohia hospital. They were arrested on Sunday and produced before a local court, which released them on bail. | |
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