Archive · 11 Sep 2026
Delhi Tightens Security Ahead of 2026 BRICS Summit
Delhi is getting extra security because it will host a major BRICS meeting in 2026.
About 16 national leaders are expected to attend.
More than 15,000 Delhi Police officers and nearly 200 companies of central security forces will help protect them.
Police are watching the summit building and the roads used by visiting groups.
They are also checking CCTV cameras and social media for possible problems.
Officers are preparing for sudden protests.
Officials have practised emergency drills and installed equipment to detect threats.
Neighbouring states may also provide security if guests make unexpected trips.
The goal is to keep visitors safe and reduce inconvenience for the public.
More than 15,000 Delhi Police personnel and nearly 200 Central Armed Police Forces companies have been mobilised.
Bharat Mandapam and delegation routes are receiving heightened security, CCTV monitoring and traffic enforcement.
Police are monitoring social media activity and preparing for possible sudden demonstrations or other incidents.
Security drills, interagency meetings and technical threat-detection equipment have been deployed across New Delhi.
Authorities are preparing for unscheduled visits by foreign delegates to cultural or historical sites in Delhi and neighbouring states.
- Who
- Delhi Police, Central Armed Police Forces, Indian government agencies, and security personnel are preparing for visiting BRICS leaders and other international representatives.
- What
- A large security and traffic operation is being organised for the 18th BRICS Summit.
- When
- The summit is scheduled for two days in 2026; the articles do not specify its exact dates.
- Where
- Security operations focus on Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, delegation routes, and possible sites in Delhi and neighbouring states.
- Why
- Authorities aim to protect visiting dignitaries, prevent disruptions and demonstrations, maintain traffic flow, and avoid incidents that could cause international embarrassment.
- Summit
- 18th BRICS Summit
- Host year
- India holds the BRICS Chairship in 2026
- Expected heads of state
- Approximately 16
- Delhi Police deployment
- More than 15,000 personnel
- Central security support
- Approximately 200 Central Armed Police Forces companies
- Main venue
- Bharat Mandapam
- Security monitoring
- CCTV feeds, social media activity, designated routes and potential snap demonstrations