The Delhi government will inspect the route from Bharat Mandapam to Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday as part of preparations for the upcoming BRICS Summit, officials said.

The inspection will be conducted under the chairmanship of the Delhi chief secretary and will focus on roads, potholes, footpaths, drainage, waterlogging, cleanliness and the

Officials from the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Public Works Department (PWD), Delhi Police, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) and National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will take part in the exercise.

The additional chief secretary (I&FC) has been asked to review drainage arrangements, waterlogging-prone areas and emergency dewatering measures along the route.

The NDMC chairperson will inspect areas under the council’s jurisdiction, particularly venues and locations where visiting dignitaries will stay. The MCD commissioner will review cleanliness, encroachments, beautification and stray animal management.

The PWD has been directed to check roads, potholes, signage, illumination, cleanliness and waterlogging and take corrective measures wherever required.

The authorities will also ensure that BRICS-related branding and the overall appearance of the city are in place along the designated routes.