Delhi is under tight security ahead of a major protest on October 10. Over 26,000 police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed across the city.

The Cockroach Janta Party plans to protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. All retail liquor shops will stay closed on October 9 and 10.

The Delhi High Court will hear a plea on Friday. The Indian Youth Congress has challenged the police’s refusal to allow its protest at Jantar Mantar.

Authorities have set up barricades at key points. Traffic diversions are in place around central Delhi.

The security build-up follows days of opposition protests. The INDIA bloc has been demanding the CEC’s resignation.

Police said the measures are precautionary. They aim to maintain public order during the demonstrations.

Police have barricaded key roads in central Delhi. Traffic diversions are in place around protest venues. Commuters have been advised to check advisories before travelling. The force remains on alert through the weekend.