New Delhi/IBNS-CMEDIA: The national capital New Delhi is under major closures and traffic restrictions as the BRICS Summit gets underway from September 11 to 13, 2026.
The biggest impact is being felt on September 11, with several government institutions, schools and other public facilities remaining closed amid heightened security arrangements.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has already arrived in New Delhi, with several global leaders expected to gather in the national capital for the three-day summit.
What is closed in Delhi
All Delhi schools, including government, government-aided and recognised private schools, are closed on September 11.
Central government offices in Delhi are also closed on the day. The closure extends to Delhi government offices, autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings (PSUs).
The Supreme Court and its Registry are observing a holiday on September 11, while the Registry will also remain closed on September 12.
The Delhi Metro Museum at Supreme Court Metro station will remain closed from September 11 to 13.
The Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum and Amrit Udyan have also been temporarily closed amid security arrangements linked to the summit.
What remains open
Despite the extensive restrictions, several major services and commercial areas remain operational.
Banks are expected to remain open on September 11, as the day has not been declared a bank holiday in Delhi.
There is also no blanket order for private offices to remain closed, with individual companies taking their own decisions.
Connaught Place is expected to remain open, although commuters may face difficulties reaching the area due to traffic restrictions and diversions.
Delhi Metro services are also expected to continue operating, with commuters being advised to use the Metro wherever possible.
Traffic restrictions across the capital
Traffic restrictions are likely to be the biggest challenge for commuters during the summit.
More than 35 roads are under controlled traffic arrangements, with 22 diversion points put in place as part of the security plan.
Traffic restrictions may turn into temporary road closures when VVIP convoys move through the city.
Major stretches affected include Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Janpath, Mathura Road, Shanti Path, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road, Tolstoy Marg, Niti Marg and Panchsheel Marg, among others.
Commuters have been advised to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time and use public transport, particularly the Metro, wherever possible.
