Archive · 12 Sep 2026
Delhi Traffic Advisory Sets Diversions Ahead Of India-Afghanistan T20I
Delhi Traffic Police has announced special traffic rules for a cricket match.
India will play Afghanistan at Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13, 2026.
Some roads near the stadium may have restrictions or diversions from 2 pm until 11:45 pm.
Goods vehicles will also be limited on certain road sections.
People who are not attending the match are being asked to avoid the area if possible.
Match spectators should use their assigned gates and approved parking or taxi locations.
The BRICS Summit is also taking place, so extra vehicle and security movement is expected.
Police had asked for a postponement, but the match will go ahead as scheduled.
Traffic restrictions, diversions and parking controls will begin around Arun Jaitley Stadium from 2 pm on September 13, 2026.
Restrictions or diversions may affect Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, DDU Marg, Mirdard Chowk and JLN Marg until 11:45 pm.
Goods vehicles will be restricted on specified stretches, while some roads may be avoided between 2 pm and 10:30 pm.
Spectators must use designated stadium gates, parking areas and app-based taxi pick-up and drop-off points.
The advisory covers the India-Afghanistan match during the BRICS Summit; the Delhi and District Cricket Association confirmed the game will proceed as scheduled.
- Who
- Delhi Traffic Police, commuters and spectators attending the India-Afghanistan T20I.
- What
- Traffic restrictions, diversions and parking regulations will be implemented around Arun Jaitley Stadium.
- When
- September 13, 2026, from 2 pm; need-based restrictions may continue until 11:45 pm.
- Where
- Arun Jaitley Stadium and nearby roads in New Delhi, including Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, DDU Marg, Mirdard Chowk and JLN Marg.
- Why
- To manage spectator and vehicle movement during the match amid the BRICS Summit and related security arrangements.
Postponement Requested
Match Proceeds As Scheduled
Whether the match should be postponed
Postponement Requested
Delhi Traffic Police earlier requested postponement, citing additional security deployment during the BRICS Summit.
Match Proceeds As Scheduled
The Delhi and District Cricket Association confirmed that the match would not be postponed, so the India-Afghanistan series will begin as scheduled.
- Match
- Opening India-Afghanistan T20I
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Traffic measures
- Restrictions, diversions and parking regulations from 2 pm onwards
- Possible end time
- Need-based match-related restrictions may continue until 11:45 pm
- Controlled-area restrictions
- Traffic regulations will also remain in force from 8 am to 8 pm during movement of BRICS Summit dignitaries
- Affected roads
- Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, DDU Marg, Mirdard Chowk and JLN Marg, with additional specified stretches listed in the advisory
- Spectator facilities
- Parking at Mata Sundari Road, Rajghat Power House Road and Velodrome Road; app-based taxi points at Gate 2 and Rajghat Chowk
- Commuter guidance
- Plan journeys, use the Metro or alternate routes where possible, and avoid unnecessary travel near the stadium
Sources
Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory for Sunday amid BRICS Summit, India-Afghanistan T20
Delhi Traffic Police Issue Advisory Ahead Of India vs Afghanistan T20I At Arun Jaitley Stadium
India Vs Afghanistan T20I: Delhi Traffic Police Issue Advisory, Major Roads To Be Affected From 2 PM - Check Diversion Details
