BRICS Summit 2026 Delhi: Delhi is preparing for the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, with extensive security and traffic arrangements being put in place across the national capital. As part of the preparations, several government institutions and schools will remain closed on Friday, September 11, while essential services such as banks, the Metro, airports and railway stations will continue to operate.
The BRICS Summit is being held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from September 11 to 13. With foreign leaders and senior delegations expected in the city, authorities have introduced special arrangements to reduce disruption and manage VIP movement. Delhi Police has planned extensive security measures, while traffic restrictions will be in place on several important roads.
For residents wondering whether they need to report to work, send children to school or change their travel plans, here is a quick look at what will remain closed and what will stay open in Delhi on September 11.
BRICS Summit 2026 Delhi: Who Will Get a Holiday on September 11?
All Delhi government offices will remain closed on Friday, September 11. The closure also covers Delhi government autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings.
Central government offices located in Delhi and New Delhi will also observe the holiday in view of the summit and the security arrangements surrounding it.
The Delhi government has also ordered schools under its jurisdiction to remain closed. This includes government schools, government-aided schools and recognised unaided private schools.
The Supreme Court has separately declared September 11 a holiday. Its official website lists a circular on the holiday and confirms that court matters have been rescheduled accordingly. The Court has also issued a separate notice covering September 12 and November 28 as full working days.
What Will Be Closed in Delhi on September 11?
- Delhi Government Offices
- Central Government Offices
- Delhi Schools
- Supreme Court
What Will Remain Open in Delhi on September 11?
- Banks
- Delhi Metro
- Airports
- Railway Stations
- Private Offices
BRICS Summit 2026 Delhi: Traffic Restrictions Across Delhi
Even where services remain operational, travelling through Delhi could take longer than usual. Traffic restrictions and diversions will remain in force from September 11 to 13 as security arrangements are implemented for the summit.
More than 35 roads are expected to come under controlled traffic arrangements, with 22 diversion points identified. Buses, taxis and autorickshaws may also face diversions depending on VIP movement.
Authorities have advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel through affected areas and use the Metro wherever possible.
Some of the major roads and corridors that could see restrictions include:
- Sardar Patel Marg
- Mother Teresa Crescent
- Teen Murti Marg
- Akbar Road
- Tees January Marg
- Rajesh Pilot Marg
- Subramaniam Bharti Marg
- Mathura Road
- Dr Zakir Hussain Marg
- Janpath
- Ashoka Road
- Barakhamba Road
- Tolstoy Marg
- Niti Marg
- Panchsheel Marg
- Africa Avenue
- Kemal Ataturk Marg
- APJ Abdul Kalam Road
BRICS Summit 2026: Delhi at a Glance
| Service/Institution | September 11 Status |
|---|---|
| Delhi government offices | Closed |
| Central government offices | Closed |
| Delhi government schools | Closed |
| Government-aided schools | Closed |
| Recognised private schools | Closed |
| Supreme Court | Closed |
| Banks | Open |
| Delhi Metro | Open, with possible security-related changes |
| Delhi Airport | Open |
| Major railway stations | Open |
| Private offices | Depends on employer |
The key takeaway for Delhi residents is that September 11 is not a complete shutdown of the capital. Government offices and schools will remain closed, but banks, public transport, airports and railway stations will continue functioning. The bigger challenge for commuters is likely to be traffic, with road restrictions expected across several parts of the city during the summit.
