Ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit, the Centre has announced that all Central Government offices, its autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings in Delhi and New Delhi will remain closed on Friday, September 11, 2026. The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions issued an official memorandum on Thursday, September 3, confirming the decision.

The ministry said the closure was done considering the immense logistical and security arrangements needed for the BRICS Summit while also considering minimising public inconvenience.

"The Lieutenant General of the NCT of Delhi is pleased to declare September 11 (Friday) to be a holiday in all government offices, autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings under the Delhi government in view of the BRICS Summit and management connected therewith," said the order issued by the General Administration Department.

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BRICS Summit Scheduled September 11 To 13

The BRICS Business Forum, followed by the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit, will be held at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi between September 11 and 13. Heads of over 30 countries, including leaders of the BRICS member and partner nations, International Organizations, and business representatives are anticipated to participate in the tripartite meeting.

Tightened security, along with traffic management policies and movement restrictions, are being strategised throughout the National Capital in conjunction with the three-day event.

Offices Closed Only On Sept 11

According to the official order, the closure applies only to Friday, September 11. Since September 12 and 13 fall on Saturday and Sunday, no separate closure order has been issued for those days.

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The ministry has directed all concerned departments and offices to implement the decision.

India Chairs BRICS For The Fourth Time

India is a founding member of BRICS and has previously chaired the grouping in 2012, 2016 and 2021. It assumed the BRICS Presidency for the fourth time on January 1, 2026. The year is also significant as BRICS marks its 20th anniversary since its establishment.