The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for the final day of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam. Regulations are in place from 9 AM to 8 PM, affecting roads like Bhairon Road, with alternate routes suggested.
Delhi Traffic Advisory for AI Summit
As the India AI Impact Summit 2026 enters its final day at Bharat Mandapam on Saturday, the Delhi Traffic Police has put in place special traffic arrangements to manage heavy footfall and vehicular movement in the national capital.
According to the advisory, traffic regulations will remain in force from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM to manage the expected heavy footfall and vehicular movement in and around the summit venue.
Authorities said the measures are aimed at ensuring smooth traffic flow and maintaining public safety during the high-profile event.
Affected and Alternate Routes
Roads lkely to be affected during the specified hours are: Bhairon Road, Bhagwan Dass Road, Purana Qila Road and Mathura Road.
To avoid delays, motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes such as Tilak Marg, Sikandra Road, and Ring Road.
The Delhi Traffic Police has urged motorists to avoid affected routes wherever possible and allow extra travel time by planning their journey in advance. Commuters are also advised to follow the directions of traffic personnel deployed on duty, maintain lane discipline, and cooperate for smoother movement.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY Special traffic arrangements will be in place in connection with the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam on 21.02.2026. Traffic regulations will be implemented due to anticipated heavy footfall and vehicular movement to ensure smooth flow and public… pic.twitter.com/GRm2xnVVxD — Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) February 20, 2026
About the India AI Impact Summit 2026
The India AI Impact Summit 2026, the first global AI summit hosted in the Global South, has brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academics and civil society representatives to deliberate on responsible AI governance and inclusive technological advancement.
The India AI Impact Summit has brought together government policymakers, industry AI experts, academicians, technology innovators and civil society from across the world at New Delhi to advance global discussions on artificial intelligence.
Guiding Principles: People, Planet, and Progress
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is guided by three Sutras or foundational pillars - People, Planet, and Progress. These sutras articulate the core principles for global cooperation on artificial intelligence. They aim to promote human-centric AI that safeguards rights and ensures equitable benefits across societies, environmentally sustainable advancement of AI, and inclusive economic and technological advancement.
The Summit saw participation of more than 110 countries, 30 International organizations, including about 20 HoS/HoG level participation, and about 45 Ministers. (ANI)
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