**Executive Summary**
This general advisory outlines the access protocol and operational details for the India AI Impact Expo on February 21, 2026, at the Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena. It covers timings, entry gates, transportation, parking, and security measures. All registered delegates are requested to take note of the revised access protocol.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Details:**
* Date: February 21, 2026.
* Venue: Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena.
* Timings: 9:15 AM – 6:00 PM.
* Accessible Expo Halls: Ground Floor (Hall 1, 6, 14), Ground Floor and First Floor (Hall 2 to 5).
* **Transportation and Parking:**
* Public transport, metro, or cabs are strongly advised due to limited parking.
* Gate No. 4: Operational for entry from 9:15 AM onwards; drop-offs by cars/cabs.
* Gate No. 10: Operational for entry from 9:15 AM onwards; for delegates arriving by Metro.
* Exhibitor gate opens at 8:00 AM.
* Parking available in the Basement Parking at Bharat Mandapam (chargeable).
* Self-drive vehicle parking at: Purana Qila, Zoo Parking Space, JLN Stadium. Shuttle service from these locations to Bharat Mandapam Gate No. 04.
* **Entry and Security:**
* Delegates must display a valid QR code and Government ID at the entry point.
* Access through other designated gates subject to security clearance.
* Cooperate with security personnel and adhere to on-site instructions.
* Media Centre will not be operational on 21st February.
* **Venue Services:**
* Designated golf carts available for intra-venue movement.
* Shuttle services operate between Gates 4 and 10.
* Food courts will be open for all delegates.
**Impact Analysis**
**Registered Delegates (invitees, speakers, attendees, and other stakeholders)**
* **Impact:** Required to plan their arrival according to the new access protocol. Need to use public transport.
* **Action Required:** Take note of the revised access protocol, display QR code and Government ID at entry, and cooperate with security personnel.
Key Entities Referenced
India AI Impact Expo: The event for which the advisory provides access and security guidelines.
Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena: The venue of the India AI Impact Expo, where the advisory's guidelines apply.
Ministry of Electronics & IT: The ministry under whose auspices the advisory is issued.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
General Advisory for 21 February
India AI Impact Expo
Posted On: 20 FEB 2026 7:39PM by PIB Delhi
The following shall be applicable at the Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena venue on 21 February 2026:
Timings: 9:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Expo Halls accessible:
Ground Floor (GF): Hall 1, Hall 6, Hall 14
Ground Floor (GF) and First Floor (FF): Hall 2 to Hall 5
I. Bharat Mandapam Expo Arena
Registered delegates are strongly advised to use public transport, metro services, or cabs to reach the
venue, due to limited parking space availability.
Gate No. 4: Operational for entry from 9:15 AM onwards; drop-offs by cars/cabs.
Gate No. 10: Operational for entry from 9:15 AM onwards; for delegates arriving by Metro.
For exhibitors, the Gates shall open at 8:00 AM.
Delegates shall be required to display a valid QR code and Government ID at the entry point.
Media Centre will not be operational on 21st February.
Access through other designated gates shall remain subject to security clearance and movement
restrictions as per protocol.
Parking facility is also available in the Basement Parking at Bharat Mandapam on a chargeable basis.
Self-drive vehicles: Limited parking facility shall be available at the following locations:
i. Purana Qila Parking-1.6km
ii. Zoo Parking Space-3 kms
iii. JLN Stadium Parking 4.8 kms
Shuttle services will ply from these locations to Bharat Mandapam Gate No. 04.
Within campus: Designated golf carts will be available for intra-venue movement.
Outside campus: Shuttle services will operate between Gates 4 and 10.
Food courts shall be open for all delegates.
All registered delegates, including invitees, speakers, attendees, and other stakeholders, are requested to
take note of this revised access protocol and plan their arrival accordingly.
All concerned are advised to cooperate fully with security and traffic personnel and to strictly adhere to
the instructions issued on-site to ensure smooth and secure conduct of the event.
Issued in public interest.
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