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Delhi Traffic Restrictions Announced for BRICS Summit Travel
The BRICS Summit will take place in Delhi from September 11 to 13, 2026.
Many important guests and leaders will travel through the city.
Because of this, police will control traffic on more than 35 roads.
Cars may be diverted when special convoys move through the city.
People going to railway stations or the airport should plan alternate routes and leave early.
Police especially recommends using the Metro to reach the airport.
Buses, taxis and three-wheelers will continue operating but may be diverted.
Emergency vehicles will be allowed to move without obstruction, and people should follow traffic officers' instructions.
Traffic restrictions and diversions will affect more than 35 Delhi roads from September 11 to 13 during the BRICS Summit.
Motorists are advised to avoid controlled roads, including Mathura Road, Janpath, Ashoka Road and Kartavya Path.
Alternate routes have been provided for New Delhi, Old Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations.
Delhi Police recommends using the Metro for airport travel; Metro services will remain available at all stations.
Roadside parking within 200 metres of controlled roads will be prohibited, while emergency vehicles will receive priority passage.
- Who
- Delhi Traffic Police and Delhi Police will manage traffic during the BRICS Summit for international heads of state, dignitaries and delegates.
- What
- Traffic restrictions, diversions and parking controls will affect more than 35 roads, with alternate routes and public-transport guidance provided.
- Where
- Delhi, particularly controlled roads, airport routes, railway-station routes and areas used by VIP convoys.
- When
- September 11 to 13, 2026.
- Why
- To ensure the movement of VIP convoys and reduce inconvenience while maintaining access for emergency vehicles and essential services.
Key facts
- Event
- BRICS Summit 2026
- Traffic-control period
- September 11–13, 2026
- Affected roads
- More than 35 roads are expected to face restrictions or diversions.
- Airport advice
- Delhi Police strongly recommends using Metro services for airport travel.
- Parking rule
- Roadside parking within 200 metres of controlled roads is prohibited.
- Emergency access
- Emergency and medical vehicles will receive priority, obstruction-free passage 24/7.
- Traffic helplines
- 011-25844444 or 1095; immediate police help is available at 112.










