On November 1, 2026, security across Central Delhi has been blanketed ahead of the opposition INDIA bloc's massive 'Chalo Delhi' rally at Ramlila Maidan. The coalition is staging the demonstration to protest against alleged discrepancies in the Election Commission's Special Summary Revision (SIR) of voter lists.
Key Attendees
Top opposition figures, including Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee, and Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav, are expected to address the gathering. Political activists, student organizations, and civil society representatives are also congregating in large numbers.
Extensive Security Deployment
Security Forces: Over 4,000 police personnel alongside Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) units have been deployed along the march route and surrounding areas.
14 Security Zones: Ramlila Maidan has been divided into 14 security zones, each monitored directly by an officer of ACP rank.
Expected Turnout: Police estimates project an expected turnout between 40,000 and 50,000 attendees.
Comprehensive Surveillance
More than 200 CCTV cameras, surveillance drones, and body-worn cameras are being deployed to monitor crowd movement. A dedicated control room has been established inside the venue. While perimeter roads around Ramlila Maidan may face restricted vehicular access, pedestrian pathways will remain open.
March Route
The march is scheduled to flag off from Connaught Place, proceeding via the Minto Road junction and Ajmeri Gate before terminating at Ramlila Maidan.
Traffic Diversions and Restrictions (10 AM to 5 PM)
Diversion Points: Traffic will be re-routed across 10 key locations, including Delhi Gate, ITO, Rajghat, Ajmeri Gate, Jhandewalan, and Turkman Gate.
Traffic Personnel: Additional traffic control personnel have been stationed across Central Delhi.
Parking Facilities: Designated parking areas have been allocated near major metro and railway stations.
Advice: Commuters are strongly advised to check the official Delhi Traffic Police advisory before planning their travel.
