Delhi is set for major traffic restrictions as the national capital prepares to host the BRICS Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for September 5 in view of a motorcade rehearsal, with diversions and regulated traffic movement planned across several parts of the city.
The BRICS Summit itself will be held at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, on September 12 and 13. Around 4,800 traffic personnel have been deployed to manage the movement of heads of state, foreign delegations and other dignitaries.
The rehearsal-related restrictions will remain in place from 10 am to 4 pm on September 5. Commuters have been advised to plan their journeys in advance, leave with extra time and use public transport, especially the Delhi Metro. Here is everything you need to know about the BRICS Summit 2026 traffic restrictions in Delhi.
BRICS Summit 2026: When Will Traffic Restrictions Be In Place?
The first major traffic restrictions will be in place on September 5 from 10 am to 4 pm for the motorcade rehearsal. More extensive restrictions are also expected from September 10, when foreign delegates attending the BRICS Summit begin arriving in Delhi. According to officials, the arrangements are likely to continue until around September 14, when the delegates are expected to leave.
Which Roads Will Be Affected In Delhi?
Traffic regulations will affect several important roads across central, south and southwest Delhi. The advisory lists more than 35 roads and 22 diversion points. Some of the key roads likely to see traffic restrictions include: Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Tees January Marg, Rajesh Pilot Marg, Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Mathura Road, Moti Lal Nehru Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, Brig Hoshiar Singh Marg, Africa Avenue Road, Shanti Path, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road, Tolstoy Marg, Ranjeet Singh Flyover, Niti Marg, Panchsheel Marg, Kemal Ataturk Marg, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, Press Enclave Road, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Josef Broz Tito Marg, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg.
Commuters travelling through these areas should expect diversions, slower traffic and temporary restrictions.
BRICS Summit Traffic Diversions: Key Points
The Delhi Traffic Police has identified 22 diversion points where vehicles will be redirected depending on the movement of the motorcade and delegations.
These include Dr Dinesh Nandini Dalmia Chowk (W-Point), Ram Charan Aggarwal Chowk (A-Point), Mir Dard Chowk, Kasturba Gandhi Marg/Outer Circle CP and Janpath/Connaught Place.
Other important diversion points include Patel Chowk, RML Hospital roundabout, Vande Matram Marg/Simon Bollivar Marg, Dhaula Kuan Flyover, Moti Bagh Flyover, Brig Hoshiar Singh Marg roundabout and Madarsa T-Point.
Traffic regulations will also be imposed around Lodhi Road, including its intersections with Amrita Shergil Marg, Max Mueller Marg, Maharishi Raman Marg and Arch Bishop Macarius Marg.
Other affected locations include Under Lodhi Flyover, Neela Gumbad, Under Oberoi Flyover, the U-turn opposite DPS on Mathura Road, Ring Road/Bhairon Road and Mandi House.
Where Will Traffic Be Diverted?
Depending on the traffic situation, vehicles will be diverted towards major alternative routes such as Ring Road, Lodhi Road, BSZ Marg, IP Marg, Barakhamba Road, Sikandra Road and Aurobindo Marg.
Motorists should follow the directions given by traffic personnel rather than trying to use restricted routes.
Delhi Traffic Advisory: What Should Commuters Do?
The Delhi Traffic Police has advised people to plan their journeys in advance and allow extra travel time. Those travelling through central, south and southwest Delhi should particularly check their routes before leaving.
The traffic police has also urged commuters to use public transport, especially the Metro, wherever possible. This could help avoid delays caused by diversions and temporary road closures. Emergency and essential-service vehicles will be given priority passage, according to the traffic advisory.
With foreign delegates arriving from September 10 and the BRICS Summit taking place on September 12 and 13, Delhi is likely to see tighter traffic management over several days. Commuters should therefore be prepared for changing traffic conditions and follow official instructions throughout the summit period.
(With inputs from various sources)
FAQs
1. When will BRICS Summit 2026 traffic restrictions begin in Delhi?
The first major restrictions mentioned in the advisory will be in place on September 5 from 10 am to 4 pm for the motorcade rehearsal.
2. When is the BRICS Summit 2026 being held in Delhi?
The summit is scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, on September 12 and 13, 2026.
3. Which roads will be affected by the BRICS Summit traffic restrictions?
Several roads across central, south and southwest Delhi may be affected, including Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Mathura Road, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road and Shanti Path.
4. Where will traffic be diverted during the BRICS Summit?
Depending on traffic movement, vehicles may be diverted towards routes including Ring Road, Lodhi Road, BSZ Marg, IP Marg, Barakhamba Road, Sikandra Road and Aurobindo Marg.
5. How long are the BRICS Summit traffic restrictions expected to continue?
More extensive restrictions are expected from September 10, when foreign delegates begin arriving, and arrangements are likely to continue until around September 14.
