BRICS Summit Security Disrupts Daily Commute in New Delhi
Summary
Strict security for the BRICS summit has brought major traffic restrictions to New Delhi, turning short commutes into long detours and raising taxi fares. Residents, delivery drivers, and low-income workers say the disruptions are making it harder to reach work.
Key Points
- New Delhi has imposed barricades, checkpoints, traffic curbs, and heavy security for the BRICS summit.
- The restrictions have disrupted daily commutes, especially for office workers, delivery drivers, and daily wage earners.
- Taxi fares have risen in some areas as road closures and diversions lengthen short journeys.
- Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, and Masoud Pezeshkian are expected to attend the summit.
