CJP protest: Shops in Delhi’s Connaught Place to close by 6.30 p.m. today in view of ‘tense situation’
Commercial establishments in Delhi's Connaught Place were ordered to close early on Thursday due to security concerns surrounding a protest by the Cockroach Janata Party. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal criticized the government's security response to the situation at Jantar Mantar.
Why it matters
The incident reflects ongoing political tensions in the capital and the impact of civil unrest on local business operations.
Shops, offices and restaurants in Connaught Place will close from 6.30 p.m. on Thursday (July 23, 2026) following an advisory issued by the New Delhi Traders Association (NDTA), citing the prevailing situation in and around the area.
In an advisory circular issued on Thursday (July 23, 2026), the traders' body said the decision was taken following telephonic advice from the Chairperson and Vice-chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), who asked that all commercial establishments in Connaught Place shut for the day by 6.30 p.m.
NDTA President Atul Bhargava said the circular was issued “keeping in mind the tense situation around Jantar Mantar and CP”. The advisory said all shop owners, office establishments and restaurants in the area have been requested to cooperate and strictly comply with the directions.
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