As the high-profile India AI Impact Summit 2026 reaches its final day, the Ministry of Electronics and IT has issued a comprehensive travel and security advisory for visitors. In view of the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, the Ministry issued a general advisory Saturday, Feb. 21, to manage heavy footfall and VVIP movements at the venue in central Delhi.
For the concluding session on Feb. 21, the Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena will be open to visitors from 9:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The government has extended the AI Impact Summit 2026 by a day until Feb. 21, following a massive response from visitors and participants.
With a high number of guests, delegates and officials anticipated to remain present at Bharat Mandapam, traffic regulations will also be strictly enforced to ensure smooth vehicular movement and public safety.
Traffic Curbs Announced In Delhi
On the final day of the Summit, the Delhi Traffic Police has imposed extensive traffic restrictions across New Delhi from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Several roads are likely to be affected include Bhairon Road, Bhagwan Dass Road, Purana Qila Road and Mathura Road. For better traffic flow, motorists are urged to take alternate routes such as Tilak Marg, Sikandra Road, and Ring Road, and to plan their journeys ahead of time, allowing extra travel time while travelling through central Delhi.
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Electronics & IT Ministry Issues Advisory
The MeitY has released a detailed advisory for the final day of the summit, outlining strict access protocols, venue timings from 9:15 AM to 6:00 PM, and designated entry points for delegates.
The following shall be applicable at the Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena venue today:
Timings: 9:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Expo Halls access
Attendees will have access to a wide range of exhibits across the complex, specifically Hall 1, Hall 6, and Hall 14 on the Ground Floor, as well as Halls 2 through 5, which span both the Ground and First Floors.
Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena
Due to limited parking, attendees have been advised to use public transport, metro services, or cabs to reach the venue. To manage the expected influx of visitors and ensure high-level security, authorities have strictly defined the entry protocols. While registered delegates and general attendees can begin entering from 9:15 a.m., a special early window has been provided for exhibitors, who may access the venue starting at 8:00 a.m.
All attendees and visitors are required to carry two mandatory documents: a valid personal QR code and a government-recognised ID. Furthermore, members of the press should take note that the Media Centre will not be operational on the final day, and access through any non-designated gates will remain restricted based on security clearances and movement protocols, as per the government advisory.
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How to Access Venue
For those arriving via cars/cabs, Gate No. 4 has been designated as the primary entry point. Conversely, those opting for the metro should use Gate No. 10 for direct access.
Parking Facility
As per the advisory, some paid parking is available in the basement of the venue. To accommodate those who must drive, the advisory lists three primary parking zones: the Purana Qila parking area (1.6 km away), the National Zoological Park parking (3 km away), and the Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium parking (4.8 km away).
To bridge the gap between these lots and the venue, a dedicated shuttle service will run continuously to Gate No. 4. Once inside the campus, the organisers have deployed a fleet of golf carts to assist delegates with intra-venue movement. Additionally, shuttle services will operate externally between Gates 4 and 10 to facilitate easier navigation.
All registered delegates, including invitees, speakers, attendees and other stakeholders, have been requested to cooperate with the security and traffic personnel. Meanwhile, food courts will remain fully operational to serve attendees throughout the day.
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