India’s grand welcome: How Delhi’s iconic hotels became diplomatic addresses for BRICS 2026
New Delhi's luxury hotels are hosting world leaders for the 18th BRICS Summit, showcasing Indian hospitality through bespoke cultural and culinary experiences. The summit focuses on the theme of resilience and sustainability as the bloc continues to expand its global influence.
Why it matters
The summit represents a significant geopolitical gathering of emerging economies, highlighting India's growing role as a diplomatic hub.
From personalised rice-grain keepsakes and heirloom recipe books to chocolate Matryoshka dolls, regional Indian menus and heightened security, Delhi’s luxury hotels have turned the BRICS 2026 summit into an elaborate showcase of Indian hospitality.As world leaders arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, the diplomatic theatre is not confined to Bharat Mandapam. Across the capital, some of Delhi’s most recognisable luxury hotels have been transformed into temporary diplomatic addresses, hosting presidents, prime ministers, foreign ministers, senior officials and large delegations while simultaneously navigating unprecedented security requirements.The Taj Mahal, ITC Maurya, The Oberoi, The Leela Palace and The Lalit are among the properties at the centre of this hospitality operation.
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