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Delhi Prepares for BRICS Summit with Traffic Advisories and Civic Upgrades
Delhi authorities are implementing measures to manage traffic and enhance the city's appearance for the upcoming BRICS Summit. The Delhi Traffic Police have issued advisories for a motorcade rehearsal on September 5, affecting over 35 roads at 22 diversion points, and are urging commuters to use the Metro. Civic agencies are undertaking road repairs and cleaning along key routes, including the path from Bharat Mandapam to the airport. The NDMC has placed its entire system on 24-hour surveillance mode until September 14 to maintain order. One report mentioned the BJP facing an FIR over a ritual in relation to Delhi's waterlogging ahead of the summit.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
L 1 C 5 R 3
- Left (1): The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (5 votes, 6 outlets): Amar Ujala, Deccan Chronicle, Hindustan Times · Mint (HT Media — 1 vote), The New Indian Express, The Statesman
- Right (3): Dainik Jagran, Republic World, The Pioneer