Going to airport, central or South Delhi? Brics traffic restrictions you need to know
Delhi traffic authorities have issued warnings regarding unpredictable road closures and diversions during the upcoming BRICS Summit. Commuters are advised to expect significant delays due to high-security movements of foreign dignitaries.
Why it matters
Highlights the logistical challenges and public impact of hosting major international diplomatic events in dense urban centers.
NEW DELHI: Delhi will not be shut down during the BRICS Summit, but for commuters, the bigger worry may be the uncertainty on the roads: a route that is open one minute could be stopped or diverted the next when a VVIP convoy approaches.The Delhi Traffic Police on Thursday clarified that normal traffic will continue wherever security arrangements permit, even as restrictions are imposed in notified controlled areas and on routes used by foreign delegations and dignitaries.But there is no fixed duration for traffic stoppages during VVIP movements, the traffic police said.Vehicles may be held temporarily or diverted depending on security requirements and the ground situation, before being released in phases, news agency PTI reported.For Delhi-NCR commuters, that could mean that simply checking whether a road is officially closed may not be enough.A regular route could remain open for most of the day but face sudden restrictions when a convoy…
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