With Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping expected in New Delhi for the BRICS summit, the capital is under an unprecedented security blanket. Around 25,000 personnel, anti-drone systems, AI-powered surveillance and an extensive CCTV network are being deployed, while specialised forces secure the high-sensitivity zone around Bharat Mandapam. Three Russian carrier aircraft have also landed at Noida International Airport for the first time, underscoring the scale of preparations for the high-stakes summit.