Delhi Police on Tuesday issued a traffic advisory for commuters ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit 2026, which is scheduled to take place in New Delhi from September 11 to September 13. The advisory comes amid preparations for the movement of international dignitaries and delegations expected to attend the high-level summit. The Delhi Traffic Police has warned that traffic may be temporarily regulated, stopped or diverted on several roads during the movement of VIP and international convoys. Commuters travelling through central Delhi, towards the airport or railway stations have been advised to plan their journeys in advance and allow additional travel time. Key Highlights BRICS Summit 2026 will be held in New Delhi from September 11 to 13. The summit will be hosted at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan. Delhi Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory for commuters. Several major roads may face temporary restrictions and diversions. International dignitaries and delegates will be travelling through designated routes. Commuters have been advised to use Metro and public transport wherever possible. Delhi Traffic Police has asked travellers to leave early and keep additional travel time. More than 35 roads are expected to face regulated movement during the summit period. Delhi Police Issues Traffic Advisory for BRICS Summit The Delhi Traffic Police has released a dedicated advisory covering September 11 to 13 in connection with the BRICS Summit. The official traffic advisory lists affected routes and arrangements for regulating movement during the international event. According to the police, traffic restrictions will be implemented depending on the movement of international dignitaries. Roads may be temporarily closed or traffic may be diverted when convoys pass through particular areas. Commuters have been advised to check traffic updates before leaving home and follow instructions issued by traffic personnel on the ground. Bharat Mandapam to Host BRICS Leaders The main summit will be held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with leaders and senior representatives from BRICS member and partner countries expected to participate. India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit during its 2026 BRICS chairship. The summit is a major diplomatic event for India and is expected to bring together leaders to discuss global and regional issues, economic cooperation and other areas of common interest. The year 2026 also marks 20 years since the establishment of BRICS. India assumed the BRICS chairship on January 1, 2026, for its fourth term. Several Delhi Roads to Face Restrictions The traffic arrangements are expected to affect several important routes across the capital. Reports based on the Delhi Traffic Police advisory indicate that more than 35 roads may face regulated movement, while multiple diversion points have been identified to manage traffic during the summit. The restrictions will particularly affect roads around central Delhi and routes used by dignitary convoys. Traffic police personnel will regulate movement depending on the timing of international delegations. The authorities have also prepared alternate routes for commuters travelling towards important railway stations and the airport. Commuters Advised to Plan Journeys Delhi Police has urged commuters to plan their journeys in advance, particularly those travelling to work, railway stations and the airport. Passengers with flights or trains during the summit period have been advised to leave earlier than usual because temporary restrictions could result in delays. The traffic police has also recommended using public transportation, including the Metro, wherever possible to avoid road congestion. Commuters have been asked to follow real-time traffic updates and instructions from personnel deployed along affected routes. Security Arrangements Intensified The traffic restrictions are part of wider security preparations for the international summit. Delhi Police has increased security arrangements in areas expected to be visited by foreign dignitaries and delegations. Reports indicate that hotels designated for visiting dignitaries are also under enhanced security arrangements. Delhi Traffic Police will also use technology to monitor traffic conditions. Drones are expected to help authorities track congestion and traffic movement in real time during the summit. Delhi Schools to Remain Closed on September 11 The BRICS Summit preparations have also affected educational institutions in the capital. The Delhi Directorate of Education has announced that schools across Delhi will remain closed on September 11, coinciding with the opening day of the summit. The decision has been taken in view of the expected traffic and security restrictions. The Delhi government has also announced a public holiday for government offices, autonomous bodies and public-sector undertakings in the city on September 11. Timeline of BRICS Summit 2026 September 8, 2026: Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory ahead of the BRICS Summit and warned commuters about temporary restrictions and diversions. September 9-10: Security and traffic preparations continue across the capital ahead of the arrival of international delegates. September 11: The three-day BRICS Summit-related arrangements begin, with heightened traffic and security measures across Delhi. September 11-13: The 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit is scheduled to take place in New Delhi. September 12-13: The main leaders' summit programme is scheduled at Bharat Mandapam. Latest Update Delhi Police has urged residents and commuters to remain alert and plan their travel carefully during the BRICS Summit 2026. Temporary traffic restrictions and diversions will be implemented whenever international dignitary movements require them. With the summit bringing high-level delegations to the national capital, authorities are focusing on maintaining security while ensuring traffic continues to move as smoothly as possible. Commuters heading towards central Delhi, railway stations or the airport should keep extra time in hand and check the latest traffic advisory before starting their journey
