Heavy security, detentions and Metro closures as Delhi braces for protest against election chief

Police have barricaded roads, detained youth leaders and tightened security, as the home ministry urges states to stop protesters travelling to Delhi.

Delhi Police have stepped up security across the capital to prevent planned protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, denying permission for the demonstration, closing Metro stations, detaining youth and student leaders and setting up barricades at key locations.