Delhi Implements Extensive Security Measures Ahead of Republic Day

Airspace restrictions, enhanced metro security, and police deployment are part of the city's preparations for the national celebration.

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport will not allow flights to land or take off between 10:20 am and 12:45 pm until Republic Day, January 26, due to security measures.
Section 144 has been imposed in Delhi for 29 days, from January 18 to February 15, prohibiting the use of sub-conventional aerial platforms such as paragliders, drones, and hot air balloons.
Airline IndiGo has rescheduled and cancelled some flights due to the airspace restrictions around Delhi airport.
Security measures have been enhanced at Delhi Metro stations from January 19 to 27, with passengers advised to plan for potential long queues.
Over 8,000 police personnel have been deployed across Delhi in preparation for the Republic Day celebrations.