The Group of 20 or G20 Leaders’ Summit, which will be held in New Delhi on September 9-10, is undoubtedly one of the highest-profile international gathering ever to be hosted by India. In view of the summit, which will be attended by leaders like US President Joe Biden, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, China’s Xi Jinping, the Delhi government has declared a public holiday from September 8-10.
The Delhi Police has issued a comprehensive advise for citizens in the capital during the G20 Summit (scheduled for September 8–10 at the India Trade Promotion Organization complex, Pragati Maidan), amid announcements of a public holiday and movement restrictions. Here is all you need to know if you’re planning to be in Delhi or traveling there or there from between September 8 and September 10.
Roads to avoid during G20 Summit
The following Regulated and Controlled Zones have been demanded by Delhi Police from commuters:
- According to an advisory issued by the Delhi Police, the entire New Delhi district will be regarded as “Controlled Zone-I” from 5 a.m. on September 8 to 11:59 p.m. on September 10. On the road system of the New Delhi District, only legitimate residents, authorized cars, and emergency vehicles will be permitted to travel.
- The entire area inside Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg) will be considered as “Regulated Zone” from 5am on 8 September to 11.59pm on 10 September. Only bonafide residents, authorised vehicles, emergency vehicles and vehicles of passengers travelling to the airport, Old Delhi and New Delhi Railway Stations will be allowed to ply on the road network beyond Ring Road towards New Delhi District.
- Additionally, starting September 10 from 00:00 to 02:00, a few intersections and roads will be regarded as “Controlled Zone-II” areas. Included in this are, among others, Vikas Marg (up to Noida Link Road-Pusta Road), Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Delhi Gate, Jawaharlal Nehru Marg (from Rajghat to Guru Nanak Chowk), and Mahatma Gandhi Marg (from Delhi-Meerut Expressway T-Point to Kashmere Gate). On September 10, there might be limited access in this area for a few hours.
G20 Summit: What Will Be Closed In Delhi
- All government and private offices
- Educational institutions, including schools and colleges
- Supreme Court
- Commercial banks and financial institutions
- Shops and business establishments under New Delhi Police District
- Markets in Connaught Place, Khan Market, Malcha Marg, Shankar Market, Janpath, Mohan Singh Place, Palika Bazar
- Retail liquor stores under New Delhi Police District
G20 Summit: What Will Be Open In Delhi
- Malls, markets outside NDMC limits
- Essential services like milk booths, medical stores
Will Delhi Metro Be Operational?
All metro lines and stations will run as usual. However, from 5 a.m. on September 9 to 11 p.m. on September 10, no boarding or deboarding will be allowed at the Supreme Court Metro Station.
Will Buses, Autos, Taxis Be Available?
NDMC area or Lutyens’ Delhi will be a controlled zone and bus services will not be available. Buses will be allowed to operate on Ring Road and road beyond Ring Road.
Inter-state buses will be allowed entry into Delhi but their terminating points will be on the Ring Road. They will not be allowed to terminate at Inter-State Bus Terminals.
Autos and Taxis
No three-seater autos and taxis will be allowed to enter or ply in New Delhi district from 5 am on September 9 to 11.59 pm on September 10. Taxis will be allowed to ply on road networks outside New Delhi district.
However, taxis carrying bonafide residents and tourists having hotel bookings located inside the New Delhi district area will be allowed. Tourists will have to show valid hotel bookings and residents have to show documents to prove their identity.
What About Flights And Those Headed To Delhi Airport?
Delhi airport has said around 160 domestic flights have been cancelled in the national capital from September 8-10, ANI reported.
Those who have flights on the above dates have been advised to leave early for the airport and use the Delhi Metro Airport Express Line for seamless commute.
Other Key Things To Remember
- For ambulance assistance service, people can call 6828400604.
- A virtual help desk has been launched to help delegates and other tourists.
- Flying of paragliders, hot air balloons, drones banned in Delhi till September 12.
- Goods vehicles, except those carrying essential items with permission, will not be allowed to enter Delhi.
