G20 summit: schools, colleges and offices in Delhi may remain closed on these dates

As Delhi prepares to host the G20 summit on September 9 and 10, some schools and colleges may be asked to remain closed or switch to online mode for a few days.

The New Indian Express reported that the Delhi government may declare September 8, which is a Friday, a holiday to manage traffic movement and utilise public infrastructure.

The newspaper also reported that the Delhi government could also ask some offices to implement work from home between September 8 and 11.

The two-day G20 Summit will be held on September 9-10. However, related events, including sherpa meetings, and meetings of finance, energy and central bank deputies will begin from September 23.

The summit will take place at the newly developed convention centre at Pragati Maidan, while 23 hotels across the city have been designated for the stay of delegates of the event.

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(With PTI inputs)