Delhi Traffic Advisory for September 8: Traffic Diversions, Restrictions Ahead of BRICS Summit Rehearsal
Delhi Traffic Police has announced diversions and regulated traffic movement from 7:45 pm to 10 pm on September 8 during a Motor Carcade rehearsal for the BRICS Summit 2026. Commuters have been advised to plan ahead, allow extra travel time and use the Metro. NDMC is also intensifying preparations across 41 key routes.
Delhi will see traffic restrictions and diversions on Tuesday evening, September 8, as the authorities conduct a Motor Carcade rehearsal ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026. The Delhi Traffic Police said regulated traffic movement will be implemented across key routes from 7:45 pm to 10 pm on September 8 and advised commuters to plan their journeys in advance.
In a post on X, the Delhi Traffic Police said, "In view of the Motor Carcade Rehearsal on September 08 ,2026, from 19:45 Hrs to 22:00 Hrs, traffic diversions and regulated movement will be in place across key routes in Delhi. Commuters are advised to plan journeys in advance, allow extra travel time, use public transport, especially Metro and follow designated diversion routes and instructions from traffic personnel. Emergency and essential-service vehicles will receive priority passage." Delhi Latest News Today on September 8th, 2026: Satya Niketan Collapse Aftermath, BRICS Holiday & Air Quality Focus.
Delhi Traffic Advisory for September 8
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
📍In view of the Motor Carcade Rehearsal on September 08 ,2026, from 19:45 Hrs to 22:00 Hrs, traffic diversions and regulated movement will be in place across key routes in Delhi.
•Commuters are advised to plan journeys in advance, allow extra travel time, use… pic.twitter.com/t575jUD7ZX
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) September 7, 2026
Delhi Traffic Advisory: What Commuters Need To Know
The traffic arrangements are part of wider security and logistical preparations being undertaken in the national capital ahead of the BRICS Summit. With regulated movement expected on key routes during the rehearsal, commuters have been asked to allow additional travel time and plan their journeys beforehand.
The Delhi Traffic Police has also recommended public transport, particularly the Metro, and asked commuters to follow designated diversion routes and instructions from traffic personnel. Emergency and essential-service vehicles will be given priority passage, according to the traffic police.
NDMC Steps Up Preparations Across 41 Key Routes
Alongside traffic arrangements, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has intensified civic preparations in areas expected to see movement of VIP delegates. NDMC Vice-Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal said officials are monitoring 41 key routes, including major roads used by VIP delegates and their roundabouts, on a zone-by-zone basis.
Speaking to ANI, Chahal said preparations also include decorative lighting at 17 major roundabouts, along with cleanliness and lighting arrangements around 11 hotel complexes where guests will stay.
NDMC Vice-Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal said, "...We are monitoring 41 key routes, including major roads used by VIP delegates and their roundabouts, on a zone-by-zone basis. Preparations include installing decorative lights at 17 major roundabouts and ensuring cleanliness and lighting around 11 hotel complexes where guests will be staying. NDMC has illuminated 10 of its own buildings."
Over 15,000 Flower Pots Deployed Across Key Locations
The civic body is also adding floral displays, fountains and other visual installations at several locations as part of preparations for the summit.
Chahal said more than 15,000 flower pots have been deployed across over 15 locations, alongside digital and outdoor branding.
"We have deployed floral displays, fountains, and over 15,000 flower pots across more than 15 locations, alongside digital and outdoor branding. Furthermore, all electrical poles and streetlights have been inspected and are fully functional. Sanitation teams are working round-the-clock across all zones," Chahal added.
The NDMC Vice-Chairperson also said preparations have been made for key commercial areas and markets that summit guests may visit.
Khan Market, Connaught Place Among Areas Prepared
According to Chahal, areas including Khan Market, Malcha Marg and Connaught Place have undergone preparations, with routine maintenance and sanitation measures being organised.
"We have made comprehensive preparations for key commercial areas and markets, such as Khan Market, Malcha Marg, and Connaught Place, that guests are likely to visit. Routine maintenance, including mechanized road sweeping and washing, is also fully organized. Mist systems have been installed at five locations, including Lodhi Road, Tilak Marg, and Africa Avenue. We have ensured that the area remains completely free of waterlogging; NDMC has set up pumping arrangements at Baba Kharak Singh Marg and other identified vulnerable points..." he added.
The civic preparations cover cleanliness, lighting, road maintenance and other arrangements across areas expected to receive summit-related traffic and visitors.
India To Host BRICS Summit In New Delhi
The Motor Carcade rehearsal is part of preparations for the BRICS Summit 2026, with security, civic and traffic arrangements being coordinated across Delhi. As BRICS Chair 2026, India will host the 18th BRICS Summit on September 12-13 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
The summit will bring together leaders of BRICS Member and Partner Countries, along with Outreach Invitees. With the carcade rehearsal scheduled for Tuesday evening, authorities have urged commuters to account for possible delays, use the Metro where feasible and follow traffic personnel and diversion instructions.
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