Independence Day 2026 Advisory: Delhi is set for heightened security and traffic restrictions on August 15, 2026, as the capital hosts the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. To help special guests, invitees and members of the public reach the venue, Delhi Metro services will begin at 4am on Independence Day.
According to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), trains will run at a frequency of 30 minutes on all Metro lines from 4am until regular revenue services begin as per the scheduled timetable. The information was reported by news agency PTI.