Delhi Traffic Police issued a special advisory for the T-20 World Cup match between India and Namibia scheduled for February 12, 2026, at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Traffic restrictions and diversions will remain in place from 05:00 PM to 12:00 AM to ensure public safety and smooth conduct of the event. Spectators are advised to plan their travel in advance as several key routes around the stadium will face heavy congestion.
Road Closures and Parking Facilities for Spectators
Specific roads including Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg, and Asaf Ali Road will see heavy restrictions during the match hours. The Ring Road stretch from Rajghat to I.P. Flyover is also expected to be affected by these diversions. Commuters are advised to avoid these routes if they are not heading to the stadium for the match. There is no parking allowed on the main roads near the venue including BSZ Marg and JLN Marg.
Free parking has been arranged at the following locations for the general public:
- Mata Sundari Road
- Rajghat Power House Road
- Velodrome Road
Only vehicles with valid labels will be allowed in the designated P-1, P-2, and P-3 parking lots. Over 10,000 security personnel and AI-integrated CCTV cameras are deployed around the stadium for security.
Stadium Entry Rules and Metro Extension Details
Entry to the stadium is divided by gate numbers to manage the crowd. Gates 1 to 8 and 16 to 18 can be accessed from Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, while Gates 10 to 15 are accessible via JLN Marg near the Ambedkar Stadium side. DMRC confirmed that metro services on all lines will be extended until 01:00 AM tonight to help fans reach home safely after the game. The nearest metro stations for the venue are Delhi Gate and ITO on the Violet Line.
Certain items are strictly prohibited inside the stadium premises for security reasons. Fans are requested not to carry the following items:
| Category | Prohibited Items |
|---|---|
| Electronics | Laptops, cameras, power banks |
| Personal Items | Helmets, backpacks, lighters, matchboxes |
| Others | Outside food, water bottles, and sharp objects |
On the team front, reports indicate that India batter Ishan Kishan suffered a minor injury during practice yesterday, though his availability for today is yet to be ruled out. Tickets for the match started at 500 rupees and were sold via official platforms like BookMyShow and the ICC portal.
