BRICS Summit to Begin September 12 as Delhi Enforces Massive Security

Summary

New Delhi has tightened security across the capital ahead of the BRICS Summit on September 12–13, with more than 20 world leaders expected to attend. Authorities have deployed tens of thousands of personnel, imposed traffic and airspace restrictions, and added anti-drone and cybersecurity measures.

Key Points
  • New Delhi has ramped up security for the BRICS Summit, which is scheduled for September 12–13.
  • More than 20 world leaders are expected, including Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping and Masoud Pezeshkian.
  • Around 30,000 security personnel and thousands of traffic police have been deployed across the capital.
  • Authorities have imposed road diversions, airspace restrictions and enhanced anti-drone and cybersecurity measures.
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