Delhi Police Sweep Ridge Ahead of Upcoming BRICS Summit

New Delhi’s police force has stepped up security measures in preparation for the 2026 BRICS summit. On September 12, officers from the district’s headquarters conducted a comprehensive search and patrol operation across the city’s Ridge area, a stretch of forested land that runs along the capital’s northern edge.

The move, described by the senior deputy commissioner of police as part of a broader “surveillance and area domination” strategy, aims to pre‑empt any potential threats and ensure smooth movement for delegates and visitors during the high‑profile international gathering.

For the South‑Asian diaspora, the heightened security focus underscores India’s commitment to presenting a safe and organized environment for the summit, which will bring together leaders from Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa and India. It also signals that routine public spaces may see increased police presence in the weeks leading up to the event.

The operation, first reported by Desi Talk Chicago, reflects the city’s usual practice of bolstering its security apparatus ahead of major diplomatic events, a pattern that resonates with overseas communities keeping an eye on India’s global engagements.