Central Delhi has turned into a fortress, as the city prepares to host the BRICS Summit 2026 today (September 12, 2026), with 15,000 police personnel and 200 companies of paramilitary forces deployed to secure the dignitaries attending the summit and their movement through the city. 

Late into the night on Friday (September 11, 2026), world leaders continued to fly into the city. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held key bilateral meetings with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, as well as Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian. 

All eyes will be on Mr. Modi’s meeting with the UAE Crown Prince on Saturday (September 12, 2026) morning, before the joint session. Diplomatic insiders say the decision by the UAE President to send his son, not a minister, is an indication of the importance of the Summit being hosted by India.

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