Are schools and colleges closed in Delhi on September 11 due to BRICS Summit? Here's what the order says

Delhi will observe a government holiday on Friday, September 11, 2026, due to the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit being held in New Delhi. However, the holiday order specifically applies to central government offices in Delhi and New Delhi and offices, autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings under the Delhi government.The Delhi government announced September 11 as a holiday through an order issued by its General Administration Department. The decision has been taken in view of the BRICS Summit and the large-scale arrangements being made for the event.Are schools, colleges closed in Delhi on September 11?The government orders mentioned in the notification do not declare September 11 as a holiday for schools and colleges. Therefore, the September 11 holiday for government offices should not be treated as a blanket school or a college holiday.Why are government offices closed on September 11?The holiday has been announced because New Delhi is hosting the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit. The authorities are making extensive security, traffic and logistical arrangements for the event.The central government said the scale of the summit, the arrangements required for it and the need to reduce inconvenience to the public were among the reasons for keeping central government offices in Delhi and New Delhi closed on September 11.September 12 and 13 will be Saturday and Sunday, respectively, giving central government offices a three-day closure over the weekend.Leaders from around 30 BRICS member and partner countries are expected to attend, along with representatives of international organisations and businesses.With visiting dignitaries expected in the capital, authorities have also stepped up security and traffic arrangements. Delhi Police has increased security around 10 hotels designated for visiting delegates, while 22 diversion points have been identified to help manage their movement.Get the latest Education News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.