India vs Afghanistan 1st T20I: Delhi issues traffic police advisory amid BRICS summit

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Traffic Police on Saturday issued a traffic alert ahead of the India-Afghanistan T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 13.From 14:00, traffic restrictions, diversions and parking rules will apply in and around the stadium.The recommendation comes at a time when New Delhi is also hosting the ongoing BRICS Summit.In a post on X, the Delhi Traffic Police said, “In connection with the India-Afghanistan T20 cricket match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on 13/09/2026, traffic restrictions, detours and parking regulations will be in place in and around the stadium area from 2:00 PM onwards.”The traffic police asked commuters to plan their journeys in advance and avoid unnecessary travel through the stadium premises.“Commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance, avoid unnecessary travel through the match venue, use alternative routes wherever possible and follow the instructions of transport staff,” the advisory said.“Spectators are requested to use only app-based entry, parking and taxi pick-up/drop-off points. For real-time traffic updates, follow Delhi Traffic Police’s official social media handles,” it said.“Motorists are requested to remain patient, obey traffic rules and cooperate with traffic personnel deployed in the area. Please follow detour signs and traffic instructions to avoid congestion,” Delhi Traffic Police said.Police also advised commuters to follow the directions of traffic officials deployed in the area and use alternate routes whenever possible.The first T20I between India and Afghanistan will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13.With traffic restrictions starting from 2pm, commuters and spectators have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly.