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Delhi Airport disrupted by security restrictions and traffic diversions on Saturday

Delhi Airport has urged passengers travelling to and from the airport to allow extra time for their commute, with police deploying additional personnel and enforcing traffic diversions ahead of a planned protest at Jantar Mantar.

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UAE travellers should allow extra time for airport commutes, check airline websites for flight updates, verify train running status before travel, and consider alternative transport options due to traffic diversions and metro closures.

UAE travellers flying to Delhi on Saturday have been advised to plan their journeys carefully as heightened security and traffic restrictions disrupt movement across the Indian capital. Delhi Airport has urged passengers to allow extra time for their commute, with police deploying additional personnel and enforcing traffic diversions ahead of a planned protest. Several metro stations have been closed, security checks have been stepped up at Delhi's borders, and train cancellations have disrupted some passengers' travel plans. Delhi Traffic Police has warned of traffic disruptions at 30 junctions and road stretches across the capital, with affected locations including Central Delhi, Connaught Place, and major road junctions like Dhaula Kuan flyover and Lodhi Road flyover. Passengers are advised to consider alternative transport options including taxis and city buses, and should check airline websites for the latest flight status and schedule updates. Those planning to use the metro should check service updates before travelling, particularly if their journey involves central Delhi. Train passengers should verify their train's running status and confirm the departure station.

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Reported by: Gulf News 10 Oct 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →

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What do I need to do?

UAE travellers should allow extra time for airport commutes, check airline websites for flight updates, verify train running status before travel, and consider alternative transport options due to traffic diversions and metro closures.

Who reported this?

Gulf News (UAE).

When was it announced?

10 Oct 2026.

Where can I read the original?

Read the original at Gulf News: https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/flying-to-delhi-from-uae-airport-issues-travel-advisory-amid-cjp-protest-1.500705392

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