Delhi Schools Closed on September 11 Due to BRICS Summit, Waterlogging, Building Collapse; All You Should Know
Schools in Delhi will remain closed on September 11, 2026, due to the BRICS summit scheduled for September 12 and 13, 2026.
The Directorate of Education, Delhi has announced a school holiday for September 11, 2026. The holiday applies to schools and all offices under the Directorate of Education, which include government-aided and unaided recognised private schools in the city.
The DoE Delhi has announced the school holiday in view of the BRICS summit and arrangements connected to it. The BRICS summit is set to be held on September 12 and 13, 2026. The theme for this year's summit is Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability to be held at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
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As per the official circular issued, “the Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi is pleased to declare 11th September, 2026 (Friday) to be a holiday in all Government Offices, Autonomous Bodies and Public Sector Undertakings under the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, in view of the BRICS Summit and the arrangements connected therewith.”
According to media reports, the National Capital has already started rehearsals for the BRICS summit. Delhi Traffic Police will be using drones to monitor traffic movement and spot congestion during the summit. Reports also suggest that 15 locations have been listed for floral boards, none for flower fountains and 17 roundabouts for special decoration and landscaping. It is expected that route diversions and road closures will be part of the preparations.
Students and parents are advised to connect with school authorities and also look out for notifications regarding traffic advisories, which will be initiated during the summit.
Delhi Satya Niketan Building Collapse
On Sunday, a building in Delhi's Satya Niketan area collapsed, with students and others trapped amid debris. According to the latest reports, almost 6 people have lost their lives while several are still trapped among the ruins. Delhi University's Sri Venkateswara College is also closed today due to the building collapse. Students affected by the collapse are also being housed at the college.
Rescue operations were first handled by locals who rushed to the site to remove the debris and try to uncover those trapped underneath. Several rescued have been shifted to the triage centre at AIIMS.
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