DMRC Tells Supreme Court Only 45 Stations Closed and Apologises in Contempt Proceedings

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation told the Supreme Court that 45 of its 303 stations were closed for entry and exit on October 10, but that scheduled train operations continued.

Background and legal issue

The affidavit responded to contempt concerns following the Court’s earlier directions against an outright transport shutdown during protests. DMRC chairperson D Thara tendered an unconditional apology.

Court’s reasoning and procedural position

DMRC claimed all 4,157 scheduled trips operated and that station closures followed police communications. These are its submissions, not judicial findings of compliance.

Legal consequence and next step

The corporation asked for discharge of the contempt notice. The Court must assess the explanation and decide whether its earlier directions were violated.