On the sidelines of the forthcoming G20 Summit, slated to take place in New Delhi from September 9 to 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a packed schedule of more than 15 bilateral meetings with leaders from various corners of the globe.
As per the provided details, Prime Minister Modi's agenda includes a series of meetings. On September 8, he is scheduled to engage in bilateral discussions with leaders hailing from Mauritius, Bangladesh, and the United States.
Moving to September 9, Prime Minister Modi has a busy day ahead, with planned bilateral meetings with leaders from the United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, and Italy.
Furthermore, on September 10, a noteworthy event was a lunch meeting with French President Macron.
In addition to these planned engagements, Prime Minister Modi will also have a pull-aside meeting with Canadian President Justin Trudeau. Moreover, he will engage in bilateral meetings with the leaders of Comoros, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), South Korea, the European Union (EU)/European Commission (EC), Brazil, and Nigeria.
The G20 Leaders' Summit promises to be a significant gathering, with participation expected from over 30 heads of state, in addition to top officials from the European Union and invited guest countries, as well as 14 leaders of international organizations.
In preparation for this momentous event, security measures in the national capital, Delhi, have been significantly heightened. Various law enforcement agencies, including the police and paramilitary forces, are maintaining a vigilant presence throughout the city. This proactive approach to security involves the deployment of markswomen and armed forces at strategic locations, intensified patrolling, and thorough inspections at border areas.
To ensure the safety of foreign delegates, the Delhi Police has mobilized over 50,000 security personnel, along with K9 dog squads and mounted police. A senior official emphasized the commitment to providing comprehensive security, not only during the summit but also in the transit between the airport, hotels, and the G20 summit venues.
Furthermore, the Delhi Police is receiving support from key entities such as the Indian Air Force (IAF) and specialized central agencies like the National Security Guard (NSG) and select units of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to bolster security arrangements. These collective efforts aim to ensure a secure and smooth conduct of the prestigious G20 Summit in Delhi's Pragati Maidan.
