
New Delhi, February 16 – Delhi is preparing for increased security measures and extensive traffic restrictions as the five-day AI Impact Summit begins today. The Delhi Police have put in place elaborate arrangements to manage the movement of VIPs while minimizing disruption to commuters and students taking board examinations.
More than 10,000 police personnel, including district units, specialized teams, traffic staff, and reserve forces, have been deployed in and around Bharat Mandapam, the summit venue, as well as at key locations throughout the national capital, to ensure robust security, according to officials.
The event, scheduled from February 16 to 20, is expected to draw delegates from over 30 countries, including ministers, senior officials, foreign representatives, and members of international organizations.
The police have stated that access to the venue will remain strictly controlled through QR code-based accreditation. A dedicated coordination cell has also been established to oversee intelligence sharing, traffic regulation, route planning, and real-time response during the summit period.
Traffic management will remain a major focus, with nearly 5,000 traffic personnel deployed to regulate vehicular movement and manage diversions. Officials have also stated that several ambulances will remain stationed along VIP routes for emergency response.
Authorities have also issued a detailed traffic advisory, given that the summit coincides with the commencement of the CBSE board examinations on February 17.
Police personnel across districts have been sensitized to assist students traveling to examination centers, while special traffic arrangements have been made for schools located along VIP movement routes, they said.
Traffic movement is likely to remain restricted or regulated on several key roads in the New Delhi district and adjoining areas, including stretches around Mathura Road, Sardar Patel Marg, Janpath, Akbar Road, and Shanti Path, among others.
Movement on Bhairon Marg and parts of Mathura Road may face temporary restrictions during summit-related route movements, while alternative routes and corridors have been earmarked to facilitate general traffic.
Metro services will continue to operate normally, although buses and taxis may face diversions during VIP movement.
The police have urged commuters to plan their travel in advance, keep buffer time during peak hours, and follow updates issued through official advisories and social media channels.
Essential services, including emergency medical vehicles, will be given uninterrupted passage across the city, they added.