New Delhi Clashes Over BRICS Summit: Evictions and Road Blocks Spark Public Anger
· India · Al Jazeera, India Today, Indian Express
New Delhi is hosting the BRICS summit with a red carpet rollout, but residents in the capital face disruptions as blocked roads, evictions, and restrictions have ignited public anger. Authorities have cleared areas and restricted access to key locations, disrupting daily life for locals. The measures, aimed at facilitating the summit, have led to frustration among residents who report difficulties in commuting and accessing their homes. The summit, scheduled for September 2026, brings together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, but the local fallout has overshadowed preparations. No official reason has been provided for the evictions or roadblocks, though officials have not commented on the public backlash.
Why it matters
Residents in New Delhi face direct inconvenience and displacement due to the summit preparations, affecting their daily routines and livelihoods. The public anger risks overshadowing diplomatic outcomes, potentially straining local support for international events hosted in the city.
Read the original report — Al Jazeera
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