BRICS Summit 2026: Delhi Traffic Police Issues Travel Advisory, Road Closures and Diversions Announced
Delhi Traffic Police issued a travel advisory for the BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam, detailing road closures, diversions, and alternate routes across the capital from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM today, September 11. 'Emergency and essential-service vehicles will be given priority passage," the Delhi Traffic Police said.
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a comprehensive travel advisory outlining widespread traffic restrictions, road closures, and diversions across the national capital in connection with the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Delhi Traffic police said that traffic diversions and regulated movement will be in place across key routes in Delhi from 2:00 PM to 8:30 PM today, September 11, in view of the BRICS Summit.
Affected Corridors and Controlled Zones
The restrictions primarily impact Central, New Delhi, and South Delhi districts, where major arterial networks and diplomatic corridors face regulated movement and security cordons. Key stretches under strict traffic management include Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Ashoka Road, Janpath, Mathura Road, Shanti Path, and Barakhamba Road, alongside surrounding administrative zones. Delhi Metro Services To Start at 6 AM This Sunday To Aid Commuters During BRICS Summit.
Delhi Traffic Advisory For BRICS Summit 2026
Authorities have established 22 primary diversion points and positioned heavy enforcement across key junctions to facilitate international delegations and VVIP movements. Non-destined commercial vehicles are barred from entering the capital, and roadside parking within 200 meters of controlled roads is strictly prohibited.
Alternate Routes for Railway Stations
Commuters travelling to the city's major transit hubs are urged to factor in significant delays and adopt recommended detours:
- New Delhi Railway Station: Approaches from the north are directed via ISBT Kashmiri Gate, Boulevard Road, Rani Jhansi Marg, and DBG Road. Travellers from the south and east can use Ashram Chowk, Ring Road, Raj Ghat, and JLN Marg, while western approaches are routed via Vande Mataram Marg, Dr. Ambedkar Marg, and Panchkuian Road.
- Old Delhi Railway Station: Suggested routes include ISBT Kashmiri Gate, Ring Road, Hanuman Mandir, and S.P. Mukherjee Marg.
- Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station: Commuters approaching from the south are advised to utilise the AIIMS, Ring Road, Ashram Chowk, and Mathura Road corridor.
Airport Travel and Public Transport Advisory
With significant congestion expected along airport corridors, the Delhi Traffic Police has strongly recommended that passengers travelling to Indira Gandhi International Airport utilise the Delhi Metro, which continues to operate normally across all stations without disruptions. For road commuters heading to the airport terminals from Gurugram, Dwarka, South Delhi, and West Delhi, specific alternate pathways have been designated via the UER-II service roads, Mahipalpur bypasses, and Dwarka Expressway connections. Delhi Airspace Under Strict NOTAM Restrictions for BRICS Summit 2026; Key Guidelines and Exemptions.
Emergency and medical vehicles will be granted unhindered priority access across all zones throughout the summit period. Commuters are advised to monitor official Delhi Police real-time updates and budget substantial extra travel time.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 11, 2026 12:51 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).